The best fruit to eat for longevity.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale. What to know as March Madness kicks off.   THIS IS TODAY March 21, 2024 [VIEW IN BROWSER]( THIS IS TODAY A prisoner in Idaho is on the run after a violent, early-morning escape that left two officers wounded. Plus, March Madness tips off today, and the super fruit that some of the longest-living people in the world swear by.   The Latest   A manhunt is underway after an Idaho]([inmate escaped police in a planned breakout from a hospital](. Police are [searching for an escaped inmate]( and another person following a "brazen" escape in Boise, Idaho, early Wednesday. Skylar Meade was supposed to return to a correctional facility after receiving treatment at a hospital, but, as officers were getting set to bring him back, a man identified as Nicholas Umphenour opened fired on them. Two officers were wounded. Meade and the other man escaped and [were last seen]( in a four-door sedan. Boise Police Chief Ron Winegar called the incident a “violent and apparently coordinated attack." [Read more](. 🥭 [What's the best fruit for longevity? A few centenarians offer their No. 1 pick.]( It's a fruit consumed in places around the world where people live extraordinarily long lives (known as Blue Zones), and it's one that 103-year-old Pearl Taylor of Ohio told us she's eaten every morning for years. “More people need to [learn about papaya](,” she told TODAY.com. The colorful tropical fruit has anti-inflammatory benefits and is packed with vitamins, fiber and potassium. [Here's how to pick the best papayas at the store](. [🏀 Let March Madness begin! What to know about the NCAA Tournament that tips off today.]( It's that time of year again, when we all try to figure out how to watch TruTV and lament our brackets being busted. The [men's NCAA Basketball Tournament]( tips off today, as 64 teams vie to win a national title on April 8. Here's [how to watch all the games](, plus [where to get March Madness deals on some grub]( while you're taking in all the action. If you're looking to follow superstar Caitlin Clark and the women's NCAA Tournament, the first round [tips off tomorrow](. [Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is live: Shop the biggest discounts on tech, home and fashion.]( Our Shop TODAY team has found deals on highly rated products that are all [at least 65% off]( during Amazon's ongoing Big Spring Sale. The deals range from an iPhone case to snow boots and comfy bedsheets. See the [14 best deals here](.       Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. Slouching at your desk may seem like no big deal, but it's a sign of weakness in your back muscles that can lead to bigger problems. This morning, we have [15 dumbbell exercises]( that will improve your posture and ward off back pain. See //link.today.com/click/34762279.328700/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL2hlYWx0aC9kaWV0LWZpdG5lc3MvYmVzdC1kdW1iYmVsbC1iYWNrLWV4ZXJjaXNlcy1yY25hMjE1Mzc_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDMyMQ/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14E073aa6f4//link.today.com/click/34762279.328700/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL2hlYWx0aC9kaWV0LWZpdG5lc3MvYmVzdC1kdW1iYmVsbC1iYWNrLWV4ZXJjaXNlcy1yY25hMjE1Mzc_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDMyMQ/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14G073aa6f4[how to do shoulder shrugs, upright rows and more]( to strengthen and tone a range of back muscles.   What's for dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Enjoy some fresh seafood mixed with the spice of chorizo and a kick of cayenne with this [orzo paella de mariscos]( (seafood paella) from Miami native Tatiana Rosana. The easy dinner comes together in just 20 minutes and features a delicious combo of mussels, shrimp and calamari. [Get the recipe](.   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. Well ... that escalated quickly. When TODAY's Dylan Dreyer texted her husband, Brian, to see how he fared in getting their three sons to school yesterday morning, she [received a mixed response](. First, Brian texted, "Boys are great!! Morning's good!" Then about 25 minutes later, he added a photo of what appeared to be shattered glass on a dining table. Dylan captioned the image, "Well that took a turn! #boys." [See the funny exchange here](.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [Manage Subscriptions]( | [Unsubscribe](listvar=sub_today) | [Privacy]( | [Contact]( [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT](