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Upcoming indie game Boxroom emulates physical game collections with your Steam library: "Economic depression simulator"
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:39:45 +0000
Boxroom is an upcoming Steam game that transforms your digital library into a customizable physical-style collection room, letting players display and interact with their games.

CD Projekt CEO weighs in on the impact of Xbox Game Pass and Asha Sharma's new role: "She?s a super smart person."
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:26:11 +0000
CD Projekt Red CEO Micha? Nowakowski recently discussed the impact of Xbox Game Pass, explaining how it helps bring The Witcher 3 to a new generation of players while extending the game?s lifecycle.

The more affordable Xbox Ally avoids price hikes and earns a rare price drop: A true Windows-based answer to the Steam Deck
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:10:32 +0000
The Xbox Ally is currently one of the most affordable ways to play Xbox PC games on the go, with an above-average display and additional gameplay-enhancing features, all for 17% off.

Microsoft Outlook frustrates Artemis II astronauts live from space ? Microsoft's reputation for shoddy software now stretches to the moon
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:32:18 +0000
In space, no one can hear you scream ... at Microsoft Outlook (New). Microsoft's weird decision to split Outlook into two separate apps creates issues for the Atemis II NASA mission to the Moon, live on camera.

Xbox and Blizzard are hiring for "an upcoming AAA open-world shooter" that uses the Unreal Engine ? is this the new StarCraft FPS we've been waiting for?
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:49:08 +0000
A new Blizzard job listing describes "an upcoming AAA open-world shooter," which has everyone hoping it's working on a new StarCraft FPS after all.

I?m hooked on this solo-dev-made dice roller on PC Game Pass: easy to learn and hard to master
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:16:16 +0000
If you?re looking for an addictive gambling-like with roguelike gameplay inspired by games like Balatro, Dice a Million is for you. Roll the dice, rack up as much as score as you can, and answer the mystery phone calls in this solo-developed indie available now on PC Game Pass.

'World of Warcraft: Midnight' Season 1 story end suggests to me that Blizzard really needs to rethink its story design processes ? This could be much better, and far more satisfying with only a few tweaks.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:20:36 +0000
SPOILERS: World of Warcraft's latest expansion is already proving controversial for re-treading some of the game's most hated lore. But is Blizzard trying to fix it, or will they end up making it worse?

Call of Duty studio head at Xbox dev is retiring after over 36 years ? he shipped 42 games, 18 CoD titles, and this criminally underrated shooter I love
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:09:27 +0000
After 36 years of leading Call of Duty developer Raven Software, studio head Brian Raffel is leaving the company to "step into a well-earned retirement."

Microsoft's buggy apps reach deep space ? "I have two Microsoft Outlooks and neither one of those is working," says Artemis II commander
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:57:41 +0000
Even a multi-billion-dollar rocket can't escape Microsoft's buggy Outlook apps. Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman reported two broken versions of Outlook on his Surface Pro.

?This pricing changes the conversation?: HP?s first Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop arrives for hundreds less ? and I?m wondering if Intel should be worried
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:18:37 +0000
HP's first laptop featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite X2 SoC is now available to buy, and it should be the right choice for anyone who wants an ultra-thin, ultra-light PC with outstanding performance and efficiency.

One of HP's most powerful gaming laptops with a scarce RTX 5070, 165Hz display, and 16GB RAM ? is suddenly way cheaper than it should be with $900 off
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:12:44 +0000
The HP Omen MAX 16" configuration with an RTX 5070 graphics card, Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and more is now on sale at a whopping 32% discount.

Xbox FanFest goes global: Microsoft confirms FanFest events in Germany, UK, Mexico, Japan, and more
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000
Microsoft has revived Xbox FanFest for the Xbox June Showcase 2026, but it's going even further than usual this time.

Microsoft now has an AI that can turn hours of audio into text instantly ? and businesses will love it
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000
Microsoft has unveiled a host of in-house AI models, including MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and?MAI-Image-2, which will be available via Microsoft Foundry.

?I didn?t expect these swings?: Steam?s March survey reveals PC hardware trends that caught me off guard
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:13:51 +0000
Steam just released its March hardware and software survey, and it's clear that the PC gaming market is going through a massive flux as inflated prices force buyers into new (and old) areas.

You don?t need a $1,500 laptop ? Dell?s 14 Plus proves the smarter buy is the simple one
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:59:08 +0000
The Dell 14 Plus was already a top pick for value. Now, massive discounts bring this reliable laptop down to just $699.


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    Kaulig Racing says fuel prices put a dent in NASCAR budget
    Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:12:31 +0000
    The national average for diesel fuel on April 1 was $5.490 and that is a strain to NASCAR teams like Kaulig Racing who say it has taken a toll on its intended budget before the season began in February.
    The military conflict in Iran has led to a surge in prices, and while it dropped to just over $5 on April 2 following a national address by the President of the United States, stating that the ...Keep reading

    Joe Gibbs Racing really wants the deleted texts from Chris Gabehart and Spire
    Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:28:54 +0000
    Joe Gibbs Racing wants the Western District of North Carolina Court to compel Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports to immediately produce any documents related to deleted text messages to each other but also a third-party subpoena to get those deleted communications from the cell phone service providers.
    ?The nature and significance of the irreparable harm JGR is experiencing cannot be ...Keep reading

    Everything you need to know before watching a NASCAR race
    Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:01:52 +0000
    At Motorsport.com, you can find expert analysis, on-site reporting and breaking news from all around the racing world, but this article is tailored specifically for those who are just wading into the waters of the NASCAR world. This is your comprehensive overview of what you can expect, and many answers to the pressing questions you are likely to have. We'll try not to get too in-depth, offering a ...Keep reading

    How the NASCAR Chase playoff format works: A simplified guide
    Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:33:04 +0000
    NASCAR has never been shy about changing up the way it crowns its champion, and the format has undergone a lot of changes since 1949.
    Red Byron won the first NASCAR cup title in 1949, Richard 'The King' Petty earned his first crown in 1971, Dale Earnhardt's seventh and final crown in 1994, Jimmie Johnson's historic run of five in-a-row in 2010, and Kyle Larson's latest triumph in 2025 -- all of ...Keep reading

    What happens during a NASCAR pit stop?
    Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:30:17 +0000
    Even as recently as 2025, championships have been won and lost on pit road in NASCAR. In this simplified guide, new fans can find all the information they need regarding how pit stops work, and how easily they can go wrong.
    With the Next Gen car that is currently used at the Cup level, it takes around 8-12 seconds for the top Cup Series teams to complete a stop.
    Options on pit road
    ...Keep reading

    NASCAR TV ratings for Martinsville weekend
    Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:28:46 +0000
    The NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday at Martinsville drew 2.394 million viewers according to the Sports Business Journal.
    This number is a slight decrease from last year, the race being held on the same weekend at the same track, which drew 2.422 million viewers. The 2026 edition did feature most popular driver Chase Elliott returning to victory lane after a spirited duel through traffic ...Keep reading

    Casey Mears to reach 500th career NASCAR Cup start in new deal with Beard Motorsports
    Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:57:53 +0000
    Beard Motorsports has reached an agreement with Casey Mears for him to run five NASCAR Cup races this year, driving the No. 62 Chevrolet. 
    Mears' first race with the team will come on April 26 at Talladega Superspeedway. He will also compete in the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the second Daytona race, the second Talladega race, and the season finale at Homestead-Miami ...Keep reading

    Denny Hamlin weighs in on NASCAR Hall of Fame debate
    Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:48:33 +0000
    There has been a considerable amount of debate over the past week about who should be eligible for the NASCAR Hall of Fame and now Denny Hamlin has weighed in with his opinions as well.
    The debate centers around drivers who have had tremendous success at levels lower than the Cup Series and if they should continue to be enshrined alongside the likes of Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, Jeff Gordon ...Keep reading

    Denny Hamlin 'couldn't believe' NASCAR caution length at Martinsville
    Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:37:48 +0000
    Denny Hamlin believes NASCAR on FOX has a stage break caution length issue and detailed those frustrations on Monday during his latest Actions Detrimental podcast episode.
    "Apparently, what's happening is Fox feels they need to see the pit stops," Hamlin said. "So, the end of the stage break happens, green-checkered (stage break flag0 and boom, we're under caution. The pace car comes out, they ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Karoline Leavitt says Jean-Pierre had 'hard time' as press secretary because of Biden's poor transparency
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:01:01 GMT
    Karoline Leavitt says Karine Jean-Pierre struggled as White House press secretary due to a lack of open communication with President Joe Biden.

    NY prosecutor sidesteps sanctuary law and coordinates ICE arrest of Guatemalan child rape suspect
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:15 GMT
    A New York prosecutor used a legal loophole to coordinate an ICE arrest of a suspected child rapist, bypassing the state's sanctuary and no-bail policies.

    President Donald Trump briefed on downed F-15 fighter jet in Iran
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:54:07 GMT
    President Donald Trump has been briefed on reports and imagery suggesting a US F-15 may have been downed over Iran, a potential first in the conflict.

    Trump cabinet shakeup expands after Noem exit, Bondi firing ? who?s under pressure next?
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:39:24 GMT
    After ousting Noem and Bondi, Trump may target more cabinet members ahead of crucial midterm elections where slim GOP majorities are at stake.

    ICE detains president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, alleging he hid conviction for attacks on Israelis
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:31:58 GMT
    Federal authorities detain Wisconsin's largest mosque president, alleging he concealed past conviction in Israel and lied on his immigration application.

    Grammy Award-winning rapper set to play professional basketball in China
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:31:57 GMT
    Rapper J. Cole announced he will play professional basketball in China with the Nanjing Monkey Kings of the Chinese Basketball Association this season.

    William Shatner slams AI fake news claiming he's dying, had heated Erika Kirk confrontation
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:29:45 GMT
    William Shatner called out a Facebook page for using AI to spread fake stories about him having brain cancer and dying. He urged fans to be skeptical of "bizarre" claims about him.

    Dem lawmaker busted on camera slipping into bash with reality TV stars as Americans feel shutdown pain
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:00:29 GMT
    Democrat Rep. Seth Magaziner was caught sneaking into a "Real Housewives of Rhode Island" watch party amid the government shutdown before Easter travel.

    State top cop moves to crush alleged DHS records restriction as county denies ICE-out
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:55:35 GMT
    Montana AG tells Gallatin County its refusal to recognize ICE as a criminal justice agency is legally wrong, warning 'Montana is not California.'

    Trump eyes next attorney general as key GOP senator signals potential roadblock
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:47:42 GMT
    President Donald Trump's firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi sets up another Senate confirmation battle, with Sen. Thom Tillis , R-N.C., drawing a firm line on Jan. 6.

    Feds charge illegal immigrant in Loyola student killing as attorney says prosecutors lack 'faith' in state
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:29:45 GMT
    New federal charges filed against the illegal immigrant accused of fatally shooting 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman.

    Vanessa Trump breaks silence on social media with supportive message after Tiger Woods' DUI arrest
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:29:07 GMT
    Vanessa Trump broke her silence on social media to show support for Tiger Woods following his DUI arrest in Florida and rollover car crash.

    NYC schools track bathroom time with digital hall passes
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:26:55 GMT
    New York City public schools are rolling out SmartPass, a digital hall pass system that tracks student movement, sparking privacy concerns.

    Dem congressional nominee Bobby Pulido faces scrutiny over years performing with convicted child sex offender
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:25:49 GMT
    Texas Democratic nominee Bobby Pulido faces scrutiny over touring with Frankie Caballero, who was convicted of indecent contact with an 8-year-old girl.

    REP SETH MOULTON: America deserves better than Trump?s vague Iran war plans
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:21:59 GMT
    Representative Seth Moulton argues Trump's Wednesday address offered vague promises on Iran with no clear plan to end the war or reopen the Strait.


    Indy Car Racing

    Alex Palou wins at Barber after Lundgaard has slow final pit stop
    Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:13:17 GMT
    Palou led all but 11 laps on Sunday, but it wasn't a guaranteed victory for the Spaniard like so many IndyCar races have been recently.

    Alex Palou takes pole for IndyCar race at Barber
    Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:17:25 GMT
    The pole was not only Palou's first of the season, but also the thirteenth of his career and second straight at Barber Motorsports Park.

    NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas
    Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:15:06 GMT
    Dye used voices that made inferences about Malukas? sexuality, and he mimicked Malukas? voice at one point.

    Kyle Kirkwood wins another IndyCar street race, this one to be first winner in Arlington
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:42:18 GMT
    Kirkwood made an aggressive pass below four-time series champion Alex Palou with 15 laps to go and stayed in front the rest of the way.

    Marcus Ericsson scores maiden IndyCar pole in Arlington Grand Prix qualifying
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:57:36 GMT
    It was Ericsson's first pole in his 117th IndyCar start and his first pole in general since the 2013 GP2 feature race at Silverstone.

    Red flag at IndyCar practice after workers spotted on temporary Texas street course
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:54:34 GMT
    The television broadcast showed the trio of workers who appeared to be part of a catering crew.

    Roger Penske's Texas-sized 'playground' in Jerry Jones' neighborhood is IndyCar's new street course
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:59:19 GMT
    The Grand Prix of Arlington is the first of three new street races on the IndyCar schedule this season. It is also the start of a multiyear deal in North Texas.

    IndyCar rookie Caio Collet helps Doug Boles mail out 'blue envelopes' containing Indy 500 tickets
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:07:07 GMT
    The blue envelopes were shipped to all 50 U.S. states, including the District of Columbia, as well as 32 other countries around the world.

    Conor Daly joins Dreyer and Reinbold Racing for 110th Indianapolis 500
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:55:33 GMT
    The Noblesville native will attempt to make his 13th start in the Indianapolis 500 as he returns to the Indianapolis-based team where he finished top-10 in 2024.

    IndyCar unveils course on the National Mall for Freedom 250 celebrating America?s birthday
    Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:07:01 GMT
    The race weekend is free and open to the public August 22-23, 2026.

    Indy 500 parking and camping sold out: Here are some travel options
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:57:58 GMT
    Race Day for the 110th Indy 500 is set to impress, with parking and camping sold out nearly a month earlier than last year. Here are some travel options!

    Josef Newgarden wins at Phoenix and moves atop the IndyCar standings
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:32:14 GMT
    Newgarden's victory continued what could be a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix after Joey Logano won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday.

    David Malukas scores maiden IndyCar pole in Phoenix qualifying; Schumacher qualifies 4th for first oval start
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:19:00 GMT
    Team Penske locked out the front row for Saturday's race while Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing drivers occupy the second row.

    The Palou Show | Defending IndyCar champ wins season-opener in St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:27:15 GMT
    The victory was Palou's 20th of his career and also marked his 45th podium finish in 99 starts.

    Mick Schumacher's IndyCar debut ends in crash at Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:51:53 GMT
    Schumacher didn't even get to complete a full lap in Sunday's season-opening IndyCar race on the streets of St. Petersburg.

    McLaughlin earns pole for IndyCar opener in St. Petersburg as Grosjean, rookie teammate Hauger make 'Fast Six'
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:16:59 GMT
    McLaughlin, coming off a winless season in 2025, won his second straight pole on the streets of St. Pete after narrowly beating out Marcus Ericsson for the top spot.

    Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling
    Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:14:34 GMT
    McLaren was initially seeking closer to $30 million and said after the ruling it would still pursue legal fees from Palou.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Latest NFL draft buzz: What we're hearing on Jermod McCoy's pro day, the QB3 debate
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:17:19 EST
    How did the Tennessee CB perform at his pro day? Who is the third-best QB in this class? Our draft experts weigh in with new intel three weeks out.

    Draft prospects with true Round 1 grade: The 12 clear first-rounders
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:17:19 EST
    We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but who actually earned the right to be there?

    Sources: TCU, Dykes reach multiyear extension
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Sonny Dykes, who has gone 36-17 in four seasons as TCU coach, has agreed to a multiyear extension, sources told ESPN.

    Tiger told deputy: 'Was just talking to president'
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    After crashing his SUV last week in Florida, Tiger Woods took out his phone and told a deputy, "I was just talking to the president," according to body camera footage showing the golfer's arrest on a DUI charge.

    Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exiting loss
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

    Royals' Jensen oversleeps, scratched from lineup
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals' starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins after he overslept.

    Gattuso leaves Italy job after World Cup woe
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Gennaro Gattuso has left his role as Italy manager after overseeing their failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

    Two-time All-Pro, 2019 DPOY Gilmore retiring
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL.

    Phil to miss Masters due to family health matter
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

    Sources: KU's Bidunga to test draft, enter portal
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    Flory Bidunga, who projects as a second-round pick, would be the top player in the portal among the more than 800 players so far who intend to enter.

    ? The top men's U21 soccer players in the world
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:49:24 EST
    For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

    Could Sarah Strong be UConn's all-time best -- and a four-time champ?
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:10:11 EST
    Sarah Strong had a freshman season for the record books -- and then she got better. Is another fairytale ending on the way?

    Women's Final Four predictions: Who wins South Carolina-UConn, Texas-UCLA?
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 09:16:19 EST
    What will decide Friday's semifinals? Which player will have the biggest impact?

    Final NBA MVP (and ROY) straw poll: Here's who voters are picking to win
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 11:09:53 EST
    Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

    Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:16:24 EST
    Fit over talent? Versatility over production? Scouts and execs break down the conversations happening.

    The incredibly rare thing you probably missed during the Cubs' 2016 curse-breaking World Series win
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:28:44 EST
    While the Cubs were making history in Cleveland 10 years ago, one unique accomplishment flew well under the radar.

    117 wins? 40 different pitchers? Four themes that will dominate the Dodgers' regular season
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:18:30 EST
    L.A. is all about October. So what happens over the next six months? We separate fact from fiction.

    Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?
    Fri, 3 Apr 2026 10:18:30 EST
    With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings?