Masters 2026 tees off at Augusta; McIlroy returns as defending champion

The first major of the 2026 season begins Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club, where 91 players will take on the iconic 18-hole layout.

Published Apr 8, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

The 2026 Masters Golf Tournament officially arrives at Augusta National Golf Club on Thursday for the first round of golf’s first major of the 2026 season. Returning champion Rory McIlroy highlights a field of 91 golfers set to tackle the iconic 18-hole setup at Augusta.

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Trucker allegedly asleep before I-78 pedestrian death in Glendon

State police say dash camera footage shows a Middlesex County, New Jersey truck driver had his eyes closed seconds before his vehicle fatally struck a man pushing a...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 11:23 AM EDT

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Stanley debuts Spring Picnic Collection

Stanley has released its Spring Picnic Collection, featuring stylish, functional drinkware and accessories in fresh seasonal colors. The new line is aimed at outdoor outings this season and...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 11:12 AM EDT

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Ohio indecency bill raises free-speech, LGBT concerns

Republican lawmakers in Ohio are backing a controversial indecency bill they say is intended to protect children. Free-speech and LGBT advocates are criticizing the proposal as it awaits...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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Trump, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire — could it lower gas prices?

President Donald Trump agreed Tuesday to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, reaching the deal just hours before his 8 p.m. deadline to launch an attack. Reports say the...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 9:37 AM EDT

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Learning disabilities and doubters: ‘They couldn’t see what I could do’

Michelle Steiner, a writer, photographer and para educator, talks on 'Enable: The Disability Podcast' about being diagnosed with dyscalculia, a learning disability that affects numerical processing, math and...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 9:11 AM EDT

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Hegseth: Commercial ships will pass through Strait of Hormuz during ceasefire

War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday that commercial ships will pass through the Strait of Hormuz. He said the passage will occur during the ceasefire between the United...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 9:08 AM EDT

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Internal probe: BBC breached editorial standards by airing racial slur at BAFTAs

An internal probe found the BBC breached its own editorial standards by broadcasting a racial slur during the BAFTA awards ceremony. The finding was reported Wednesday.

Published Apr 8, 2026, 8:51 AM EDT

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Thai men tempt fate at annual military draft draw

Nearly 70 young Thai men sat on flimsy plastic chairs, faces tense as they waited to draw their fate from a jar. The annual ritual determines whether they...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 8:47 AM EDT

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Meteor streaks over N.J., N.Y. and Pa. at about 30,000 mph

A meteor streaked across the sky Tuesday afternoon over parts of Pennsylvania and other eastern states, including New Jersey and New York, traveling about 30,000 mph. Witnesses reported...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

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How to watch the 2026 Masters Par 3 Contest

The 2026 Masters Par 3 Contest, a lighthearted precursor to the pressure-packed major, starts Wednesday afternoon at Augusta National Golf Club. Play is scheduled to begin at noon...

Published Apr 8, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Masters 2026 tees off at Augusta; McIlroy returns as defending champion

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