#2023

#2023

A Beaverton ticket holder won a $328.5 million Powerball jackpot, the first of the year.

Starfield represents the bittersweet essence of 2023's gaming industry challenges through its expansive yet empty universe.

Notre Dame Cathedral held its first Christmas Eve Mass since the 2019 fire, highlighting the completion of its restoration.

The Container Store filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to significant debt and declining sales but remains committed to its customers and operations.

Barack Obama releases his annual list of favorite songs, featuring a diverse range of artists and genres.

2023 was a landmark year for video games with engaging releases like Baldur's Gate 3, which topped the Metacritic rankings.

Games like Jack Jeanne and Marvel's Spider-Man 2 exemplified amazing critical success and refined gameplay.

The diversity of genres represented in 2023's best games shows the industry's growth and creative innovation.

Ding Liren defends his chess title against Gukesh Dommaraju from November 23 to December 15, amidst contrasting experiences and backgrounds.

This year offers a rich selection of books across genres, particularly a notable surge in mystery and thriller titles for readers.

The Davis Cup finals are set with several top nations qualifying; Carlos Alcaraz and others aim to bounce back from disappointing performances.

Americans predominantly travel within the U.S. but many also explore popular international destinations, particularly in the Caribbean, Europe, and parts of Asia.

The band Los Campesinos announces a tour schedule in the US in 2023.

The Sisters of Mercy's North American tour in 2023 will feature goth AFI offshoot Blaqk Audio, starting in September.

The current cinema season is considered the best in recent memory with high-quality films and high audience engagement.

2023 is being touted as one of the best years in film since 2013, with a strong lineup of movies and notable snubs.