DC cherry blossom trees reach 1st bloom stage

March 11, 2026 | 12:58 PM

Small green buds are appearing on D.C.’s famous cherry blossom trees, marking the first of six stages before peak bloom.

LET’S GO! Small green buds are appearing on the Yoshino cherry trees, marking the 1st of 6 stages on the way to peak bloom. / Learn more: https://t.co/Yd0Z1y1FHD #Cherryblossom #BloomWatch #WashingtonDC pic.twitter.com/dNzuGKrYXy

— National Mall NPS (@NationalMallNPS) March 11, 2026

The National Park Service has projected the Yoshino cherry trees along the Tidal Basin will likely reach peak bloom from March 29 to April 1.

One Tech Tip: What to know about flying with lithium ion portable battery chargers

June 4, 2026 | 12:04 AM

Jetting off soon for summer travels? If you're planning on bringing an extra battery charger for your phone or other devices, be aware of the latest rules when taking one on a flight. Rechargeable lithium-ion portable battery chargers, also known as power banks, come in protective enclosures of various shapes and sizes. They're a handy and popular way for getting more juice when you're on the move. But after a spate of smoke or fire incidents, U.S. and international aviation authorities have issued new guidelines and airlines have tightened up rules for passengers. Here's a guide on flying with power banks.

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