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Google briefly leaked its secret desktop?class Android OS ? and it could be a real challenger to lower-end Windows laptops
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:07:20 +0000
Google inadvertently revealed its super-secret Android desktop operating system's UI while publishing a Google bug report on the Chromium Issue Tracker,

Windows? new AI?powered Smart App Control is breaking Armory Crate on the Xbox Ally ? and handheld owners are fed up
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:27:12 +0000
Windows Smart App Control in Windows 11 is blocking Armory Crate on Xbox Ally and ROG Ally devices, preventing users from accessing essential settings and updates.

Maingear's new Retro98 gaming PC takes me back to LAN parties and 56K modems ? you'll have to be quick to nab one of these limited-edition models
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:06:36 +0000
Maingear has a new limited-edition Retro98 pre-built gaming PC with the fastest performance hardware possible packed inside. Only 32 of the standard models are being produced, so don't miss checking it out.

NVIDIA GeForce NOW answers the lack of PC Game Pass support on Linux with a new native app ? RTX 5080 cloud rendering runs Ultra settings on Steam Deck or Ubuntu
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000
NVIDIA has followed through on its CES 2026 promise to bring GeForce NOW cloud gaming to more Linux devices with official support for Ubuntu.

FlexiSpot's C7 Morpher chair lives up to its premium price with supreme comfort and dynamic adjustment options
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000
Flexispot's C7 Morpher is a premium office chair with advanced adjustments, an ergonomic design, and comfortable materials to get you cozy for work or gaming.

The cost of AI ? Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Amazon reportedly weigh $60 billion investment in OpenAI
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:25:53 +0000
Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Amazon are reportedly in discussions to invest $60 billion in OpenAI. Could this push OpenAI into the black?

I went hands-on with a wireless third-party Xbox controller featuring drift-free "TMR" sticks, and it blew me away ? don't sleep on the GameSir G7 Pro ZZZ Edition
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000
The G7 Pro ZZZ Edition is more than an anime reskin. It?s a wireless Xbox powerhouse with TMR sticks and clicky optical switches that may justify the price.

Microsoft's early bet on OpenAI is weighing heavily on Azure, causing 45% of its backlog ? but it's finally starting to pay off
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:55:59 +0000
Microsoft's financial earnings report reveals that OpenAI accounts for 45% of its Azure cloud computing backlog, yet Microsoft's net income jumped by $7.6 billion, primarily due to its investment in OpenAI.

Hytale modders have recreated Call of Duty inside the Minecraft-like sandbox game a month after it launched on PC ? and yes, a "Zombies" mode is in the works
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:35:22 +0000
Hytale modders are already recreating Call of Duty-style multiplayer and Zombies experiences, showcasing just how powerful and flexible the game?s modding tools are in early access.

Monster Hunter Wilds' PC performance patch is a resounding success as fans cease review-bombing it on Steam ? and it's even playable on Steam Deck now
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:17:07 +0000
Capcom recently released Monster Hunter Wilds' PC performance patch that fans have been waiting for, and the reception has been overwhelmingly positive on Steam.

Xbox revenue plummets ? and Microsoft?s own first?party lineup is the culprit, raising tough questions for 2026, but PC and cloud is up
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:55:41 +0000
As the Xbox brand continues its decline in overall revenue, Microsoft CFO Amy Hood attributes it to first-party content

Windows 11 just crossed 1 billion users in only four years ? a faster climb than Windows 10 and a major turning point for Microsoft?s modern PC strategy
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:20:10 +0000
It took Windows 10 1,706 days to reach 1 billion users, but Windows 11 has done it in just 1,576. A huge milestone for Microsoft.

If Leon in Resident Evil Requiem has you swooning, you have female Capcom devs to thank ? they thoroughly refined "a design that would make anyone?s heart throb"
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:37:54 +0000
Resident Evil Requiem's director says Leon's "hot uncle" design stemmed from female devs at Capcom refining "the finest details like the wrinkles on his neck."

This new controller has a heart rate sensor so you can see how sweaty you're getting ? it's also boasting 1000Hz polling rates and anti-drift sticks
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:26:46 +0000
Recently, Anbernic unveiled a new upcoming controller for PC, mobile, and Nintendo Switch with 1000Hz polling rates and a heart monitor of all things. Here are the details on its specs.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake looks better on Xbox Series S than Nintendo Switch 2 despite having less RAM ? here's the Digital Foundry analysis
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:08:40 +0000
New Digital Foundry analysis shows that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade looks better on the Xbox Series S than it does on the Nintendo Switch 2.


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    Josh Berry looking for consistency more than speed in 2026 Cup season
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:20:05 +0000
    On one hand, the 2025 season was a success for Josh Berry, in that it produced his first Cup Series victory and for the Wood Brothers no less. On the other hand, there were also stretches where a lot was left on the table and left them wondering what could have been.
    Specifically, the iconic No. 21 was amongst the fastest in the entire field in the first round of the playoffs, but Berry also ...Keep reading

    NASCAR reveals all owner points transfers for 2026 season
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:04:15 +0000
    NASCAR has released a full list of owner points transfers ahead of the 2026 season for its three national divisions. 
    Below you can find a complete rundown of of every 2025 team that made a change, where they were ranked, and which team will have those points for the start of the new year. New car numbers that are choosing to start with zero points are also listed below each table. 
    Owner ...Keep reading

    Ben Kennedy gives update on snow-impacted Bowman Gray ahead of Clash
    Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:45:33 +0000
    NASCAR's unofficial start to the 2026 season is in jeopardy due to winter weather. Winter Storm Fern left Bowman Gray Stadium covered in snow just days before the pre-season Clash that is supposed to take place at the iconic short track. 
    The track, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was completely covered in snow following the storm. Plows have been working to clear the roads around ...Keep reading

    Watch NASCAR star Joey Logano snow drift a 1924 Model T
    Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:42:12 +0000
    One of the greatest race car drivers in Ford Performance history, three-time champion Joey Logano has a deep appreciation for the history of the Blue Oval marque and it shows in the form of his 1924 Model T.
    Logano has called it ?my favorite car in my collection? and ?the most challenging car to drive,? but loves it because ?it is what made Ford, Ford,? and thus a prize in his ...Keep reading

    Connor Zilisch committed to NASCAR, but 'wouldn't say no' to future F1 shot
    Sun, 25 Jan 2026 06:53:44 +0000
    The 19-year-old Connor Zilisch is already a class winner in the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona, winning on debut in LMP2 two years ago. This weekend, he is making his GTP debut with the Whelen Cadillac squad and having a blast s they contend for a podium spot.
    But just a few weeks from now, he will embark on his first full-time season as NASCAR Cup driver, taking the wheel of the No. 88 Trackhouse ...Keep reading

    Video: Hendrick Motorsports unveils new 35,000 square-foot athletic center
    Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:52:57 +0000
    Hendrick Motorsports says its all-new 35,000 square-foot training center rivals those seen in some of the top athletic colleges at professional sports team, and the pictures and videos released of the inside appear to support that claim. They scouted several complexes for inspiration, including Clemson, Auburn and Alabama, as well as the MLS' Charlotte FC and even Fort Bragg.
    In partnership ...Keep reading

    Pacific Life Insurance seeks Kyle Busch $8.5m lawsuit dismissal
    Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:07:21 +0000
    ?The Complaint here is filled with inflammatory and disingenuous rhetoric, but none of it shows any wrongful conduct by Pacific Life.?
    This is the key component of the argument made by Pacific Life Insurance in a legal filing on Thursday morning that motioned Judge Matthew E. Orso of the Western District of North Carolina to dismiss the lawsuit brought forth against it and an independent ...Keep reading

    Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports
    Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:30:40 +0000
    Chandler Smith will attempt to qualify for the 68th running of the Daytona 500 next month. He will pilot the No. 36 Front Row Motorsports Ford Mustang. FRM also has three chartered cars with locked in spots -- the No. 4 of Noah Gragson, the No. 34 of Todd Gilliland, and the No. 38 of Zane Smith.
    Smith also competes full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with FRM. He has made two ...Keep reading

    RFK Racing brings back the No. 99, signs Corey LaJoie for the Daytona 500
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:29:38 +0000
    RFK Racing will bring four cars to the 68th running of the Daytona 500 in February. Alongside the charted entries of Chris Buescher (No. 17), Ryan Preece (No. 60), and team co-owner Brad Keselowski (No. 6), the team will add an additional open entry.
    Corey LaJoie will drive the No. 99 Ford Mustang and will attempt to qualify for NASCAR?s biggest race. While that car number was utilized by ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Jordanian national arrested after boarding flight in Arizona with invalid ticket, prompting evacuation
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:49:09 GMT
    A Jordanian man alleged boarded an Air France flight with an invalid ticket at the Phoenix airport in Arizona, prompting an evacuation from the plane.

    American-made camping gear built to last, starting at $55
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:25:13 GMT
    American-made camping gear often lasts longer than cheap knock-offs. From tents and sleeping gear to cookware, these picks are reliable options.

    Dean Cain fires back at Ethan Hawke's claim America is no longer a free country for celebrities
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:22:31 GMT
    Dean Cain fires back at Ethan Hawke's claim that America is "no longer free," telling the actor to "try being a conservative" in Hollywood's climate.

    Alvin Bragg?s ?unrealistic? timeline in Luigi Mangione case sets up showdown with Trump DOJ
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:10:37 GMT
    Luigi Mangione's defense calls Manhattan DA's July trial date "unrealistic" as accused assassin faces parallel federal court proceedings in September.

    Minneapolis mayor to visit DC to push for end of 'unlawful ICE operations' after Trump's blunt warning
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:09:53 GMT
    Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, who has spoken out against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in Minnesota, is heading to Washington, D.C.

    Iran responds to Trump pressure with warning of retaliation: 'Fingers on the trigger'
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:02:23 GMT
    President Donald Trump warned Iran "time is running out" on a nuclear deal, and Iran's foreign minister threatened retaliation against "aggression."

    House Republicans push election overhaul with voter ID, mail-in ballot changes ahead of midterms
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:00:16 GMT
    The proposal would impose new national voting standards, require photo ID and proof of citizenship, restrict universal mail-in ballots and ban ranked-choice voting.

    Biden chiefs of staff told Joe Scarborough 'be nice to the president,' MS NOW host says
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:48:58 GMT
    Joe Scarborough revealed Wednesday that former President Joe Biden's staffers told him to "be nice" when covering the then-president, saying criticism would "screw up our day."

    NFL great suggests Bill Belichick's relationship with media may have played factor in first-ballot HOF snub
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:45:23 GMT
    Former NFL star Champ Bailey suggested the Bill Belichick's relationship with the media during his head-coaching career may have played a factor in his first-ballot snub.

    Skeletal remains identified as 19-year-old Florida man reported missing nearly a decade ago
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:32:17 GMT
    Florida authorities confirm remains found in Miramar Beach belong to Jacob Lyon, who went missing from Niceville in 2016. A death investigation remains active.

    Major winter wardrobe sales: Score up to 80% off Levi's, Tory Burch and Ann Taylor best sellers
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:29:43 GMT
    Shop end-of-season sales from Nordstrom, Levi?s, Kohl?s and more. Find deals on pajama sets, jackets and sweaters.

    US Coast Guard rescues cruise ship stranded in ice: See the video
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:19:53 GMT
    The Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter brings you trending stories on family, travel, food, neighbors helping neighbors, pets, autos, military veterans, heroes, faith and American values.

    Fox News ?Antisemitism Exposed? Newsletter: Walz shocks with misguided Holocaust comparison
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:01:41 GMT
    Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.

    Simple weight-loss quiz may pinpoint why some diets fail ? and how to boost success
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:00:30 GMT
    A U.K. study finds that identifying eating profiles through an online quiz can improve engagement and adherence in digital weight-loss programs.

    Restaurant tipping confusion solved: Experts reveal when you should give more
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:00:26 GMT
    Restaurant experts reveal the truth about tipping servers across breakfast, lunch and dinner experiences ? and why 20% should remain consistent regardless of meal time.


    Indy Car Racing

    Indy 500 champ Josef Newgarden is still getting acclimated to seeing former teammates in new places
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:36:15 GMT
    Newgarden is still trying to get acclimated to seeing longtime teammate Will Power and Ron Ruzewski, Penske?s ex-managing director, working together at a rival team.

    Alex Palou ordered to pay McLaren Racing $12M in breach of contract suit
    Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:07:19 GMT
    It is not clear if Chip Ganassi, the team owner Palou drives for in IndyCar, is covering any of the losses.

    Why Colton Herta is leaving IndyCar for junior series F2
    Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:43:19 GMT
    Herta says he hopes to race in the Indianapolis 500, despite potential conflicts with his F2 schedule.

    Will Power is determined to make Penske regret writing him off as he joins Andretti
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:19:50 GMT
    Power's determination and experience are expected to boost Andretti's performance this season.

    Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon receives a knighthood from New Zealand
    Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:22:56 GMT
    ?I?ve been called a lot of things, but I never thought that ?Sir? was going to be one of them," Dixon said.

    Rahal Letterman Lanigan adds Mick Schumacher, son of seven-time world champ, to 2026 IndyCar lineup
    Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:13:24 GMT
    Mick Schumacher is coming to America to jump-start his racing career.

    Valentino Rossi passes on McLaren's Indy 500 seat, Ryan Hunter-Reay steps in
    Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:34:06 GMT
    Rossi is considered one of the greatest motorcycle racers ever and is the only road racer to have competed in 400 or more Grands Prix.

    Indy 500 winner Alex Palou has likeness unveiled on Borg-Warner Trophy
    Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:13:54 GMT
    As he has for every winner of the "500" since 1990, renowned sculptor Will Behrends crafted Palou's image for the Borg-Warner Trophy.

    Ryan Hunter-Reay joins Arrow McLaren for 2026 Indianapolis 500
    Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:25:31 GMT
    Hunter-Reay, the 2014 winner of the "500" and 2012 IndyCar Series champion, will drive the No. 31 Chevrolet.

    AJ Foyt Racing signs Indy NXT runner-up Collet for full 2026 IndyCar campaign
    Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:56:35 GMT
    Caio Collet will drive the No. 4 Chevrolet with backing from Brazilian logistics company Combitrans Amazonia in all 17 IndyCar races.

    McLaren vs. Palou: A $20.7M lawsuit over broken promises and disappearing messages
    Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:18:07 GMT
    Closing arguments have been presented in McLaren's lawsuit against IndyCar champion Alex Palou.

    2026 Indy 500, Brickyard 400 tickets on sale now
    Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:45:00 GMT
    Tickets for 2026 marquee events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are now on sale online. Here's what you need to know.

    Formula One driver Mick Schumacher returns to Indianapolis to turn laps on road course in an IndyCar
    Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:10:02 GMT
    Mick Schumacher got a glimpse of the Indianapolis 500 in May. Whether he makes this area his next racing home is still to be decided.

    Officials explore bringing IndyCar race back to Cleveland
    Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:30:16 GMT
    The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission confirmed it is exploring the potential opportunity to bring an IndyCar race to the streets of downtown Cleveland in 2028.

    Andretti Global hires Ron Ruzewski as team principal, reuniting him with driver Will Power
    Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:06 GMT
    Ruzewski, a former Team Penske executive, will start in January. He replaces Rob Edwards, who will become chief performance officer for TWG Motorsports.

    David Malukas joins Team Penske as new driver of No. 12 IndyCar entry
    Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:53:44 GMT
    Malukas replaces Will Power, who announced he had signed with Andretti Global to drive the No. 26 car for 2026.

    IndyCar announces 2026 schedule with new races in Phoenix, Arlington
    Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:56:05 GMT
    Start times for the 2026 events will be announced at a later date, officials said.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    The NFL's best (and worst) head coach hires of the...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:46:49 EST
    Who were the most successful coaching hires since 2021? And how do the Super Bowl coaches stack up? We ranked all 37 moves.

    Copy of Browns hire Todd Monken as head coach: Who is he a...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:36:52 EST
    Cleveland tabs the former Ravens OC to become the franchise's 11th coach since 1999. Here's what we know.

    Davis arrested in Miami after two-week search
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:02 EST
    Gervonta Davis was taken into custody Wednesday on an arrest warrant on charges of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping.

    Chargers hire Western Michigan's O'Leary as DC
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    Western Michigan defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary, who was the Chargers' safeties coach in 2024, returns to Los Angeles to be the team's defensive coordinator.

    LeBron tears up during Cavaliers' tribute video
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    LeBron James was moved to tears during a video tribute by the Cavaliers, saying that while he hasn't made a decision about his future, Wednesday night's game "very well could" have been his final one in Cleveland.

    Tatum waiting to make call on a return this season...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    Celtics All-Star forward Jayson Tatum told ESPN he hasn't made a decision about whether he will return from a torn Achilles tendon this season because he "wants to get it right the first time."

    Rybakina thwarts Pegula comeback, reaches final
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:02 EST
    Elena Rybakina set up a rematch of the 2023 Australian Open final after the No. 5 seed ousted No. 6 Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-6 (7) in a semifinal that was mostly one way until Rybakina had match point.

    Sabalenka bests Svitolina, on to 4th Aussie final
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:02 EST
    Aryna Sabalenka overpowered Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-3 to move within one victory of a third Australian Open title in four years.

    Survey: Parents a top reason youth coaches quit
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    Most of America's youth-sport coaches are feeling burned out and fed up with verbal harassment and abuse, mainly from parents of athletes, according to a national survey released Thursday by the U.S. Center for SafeSport.

    Jason Williams' rookie jersey sells for $140K
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    Jason Williams' game-worn home white Sacramento Kings jersey from the lockout-shortened 1998-99 NBA season, Williams' rookie year, has sold privately for $140,000. It's the most spent on any Williams item.

    ? NFL free agency: Top 50 players available
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:30:01 EST
    Could George Pickens, Breece Hall and Malik Willis land big contracts? Here are the top 50 free agents heading into the offseason.

    How bright is your MLB team's future? Kiley McDani...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:34:11 EST
    How bright is your favorite club's future? Here's how every organization stacks up entering the 2026 season.

    Top 100 prospects for 2026: This year's No. 1 is i...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:34:11 EST
    Where do stars of tomorrow such as Konnor Griffin land as we rank baseball's best young players?

    Wetzel: How the odd Belichick HOF snub could get m...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:08:01 EST
    One thing could make this situation even more awkward: Robert Kraft could get voted in.

    A Giannis trade, Jimmy Butler's future and the big...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:34:28 EST
    Can the Warriors make a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo? The biggest questions one week out from the deadline.

    Tiers: Ranking 47 teams from contenders to Cindere...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:40:28 EST
    Three national title favorites, nine Final Four threats and 35 more teams that can win NCAA tournament games.

    Power Rankings: Illinois is knocking on the door o...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:40:28 EST
    The Illini rise after a dominant victory over Purdue -- and prove they're a Final Four threat.

    'The dominoes are starting to fall': Brooks Koepka...
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:39:57 EST
    Koepka's return and news that Patrick Reed is also coming back gives the PGA Tour momentum.