Powerful winds and extreme weather are knocking out power, damaging property, and fueling wildfires across parts of the United States. About 346,000 customers were still without electricity in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan on Saturday. Officials in Nebraska say wind-driven grass fires are responsible for one death, with at least 12 structures destroyed. Blizzard conditions were expected in the Upper Midwest. Read moreHigh winds cause power outages, property damage and at least 1 death as wild March weather blows in

Airline ticket prices are starting to climb as carriers respond to rising jet fuel costs tied to the war in Iran. Cathay Pacific, Air France-KLM and a handful of other carriers already have raised their fares or added fuel surcharges. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has warned that higher ticket prices will “probably start quickly.” Experts say it’s not a question of if airfares rise, but when and by how much — especially on long-haul international routes. The security director of a global risk management company advises travelers to book early, set fare alerts and use frequent flyer miles or credit card points instead of holding out for a perfect deal. Read moreJet fuel prices are rising. That could make summer flights more expensive

The American military has ordered 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to the Middle East. That’s according to a U.S. official who spoke Friday to The Associated Press. The deployment is a major addition of forces in the region after nearly two weeks of war with Iran. Meanwhile in the Iranian capital, a large explosion rocked a central square where thousands were gathered for an annual state-organized rally to support the Palestinians and call for Israel’s demise. Israel had warned that it would target the area in central Tehran. There were no reports of casualties. Read moreUS orders 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to Mideast after almost 2 weeks of war