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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.

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.

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.

?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.

Microsoft wants Edge to automatically open by default every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:31:57 +0000
A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.

US PC sales grew in 2025 as companies scrambled to ditch Windows 10, but 2026 could be a disaster in waiting
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:26:54 +0000
AI demand is driving RAM and storage prices up 60%, with US PC shipments forecast to fall 13% in 2026.

Our friends at TechRadar say that this is "the only gaming PC you need", and with its advanced specs and 23% discount, it's easy to see why
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:11:28 +0000
The Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, a top-of-the-line PC built for 1440p gaming, is currently enjoying a 23% discount as part of Dell's Spring Sales event.


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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

    Two arrested in NC after police find 13-year-old kept in dog kennel, 5 other kids in 'filthy' home
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:54:12 GMT
    A man and a woman are facing child abuse charges after six children were rescued from a "filthy" home, including one child who was kept in a dog kennel.

    Heart-pounding video shows fisherman leaping into ocean to save great white shark
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:45:28 GMT
    Shocking video captures a fisherman wrestling a shark in the pounding Hermosa Beach surf to cut it free from his fishing line.

    Pete Hegseth signs memo opening door for troops to carry personal firearms on bases
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:25:17 GMT
    War Secretary Pete Hegseth signs a memo directing military bases to allow service members to ask to carry their personal firearms amid security concerns.

    Lindsey Buckingham's alleged stalker speaks out after Fleetwood Mac star attacked in LA
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:20:15 GMT
    A woman accused of stalking Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham reportedly has spoken out. She has a years-long history of stalking, threats and false claims against him.

    Phil Mickelson withdraws from the Masters, joins Tiger Woods in sitting out signature major
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:06:40 GMT
    Phil Mickelson said he will miss the Masters this year to navigate a personal family health matter, becoming another golf icon to miss the major alongside Tiger Woods.

    Chuck Schumer insists calling DHS funding shutdown 'political' posturing' is 'not fair'
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:00:24 GMT
    Sen. Chuck Schumer told CNN that it is "not fair" to accuse Democrats of political posturing over the DHS shutdown, claiming they want to reform ICE and CBP.

    Fan spotted with laptop, apparently logging work hours from Wrigley Field stands during Cubs day game
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:57:18 GMT
    A Chicago Cubs fan was spotted multitasking on his laptop and cellphone during Wednesday's chilly afternoon game at Wrigley Field, mirroring a similar moment from last season.

    Illegal migrant babysitter accused in 5-year-old attack now faces major charges
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:55:52 GMT
    ICE arrested an illegal immigrant from Guatemala accused of sexually abusing a 5-year-old Long Island girl he was babysitting before local charges were upgraded.

    NASA's Artemis II crew commits to moon trajectory after critical burn sends Orion into deep space
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:50:28 GMT
    NASA's Artemis II mission completes a critical engine burn, propelling the Orion spacecraft and its four-person crew out of Earth orbit toward the moon.

    Police chatter frantic in harrowing moments after Tiger Woods' car crash: 911 audio
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:38:40 GMT
    Newly released 911 audio captures police conversation after Tiger Woods' DUI car crash in Florida, when officers were unable to reach the alleged impaired driver.

    Florida, Mississippi join wave of states tightening voter citizenship rules
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:24:24 GMT
    Gov. DeSantis and Gov. Reeves sign citizenship verification laws for voters in Florida and Mississippi, sparking lawsuits and election integrity debate.

    At least 46 children dead amid measles outbreak as virus spreads globally
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:13:22 GMT
    Measles is spreading globally, as Bangladesh reports dozens of child deaths and the U.S. sees over 1,500 confirmed cases, per health officials.

    Trump 2027 budget preview hints at sweeping scale-up in core agenda
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:10:28 GMT
    President Trump's FY 2027 budget proposes billions for border wall completion, immigration enforcement and expanded detention space, OMB tells Fox News Digital.

    Jealous ex-boyfriend accused of ?vicious? acid attack that left college student severely burned: DA
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:06:28 GMT
    Prosecutors say a jealous ex-boyfriend allegedly coordinated a brutal sulfuric acid attack that left a young New York woman burned and disfigured.

    Tiger Woods was 'hoping to' play in Masters before shocking DUI arrest, bodycam footage shows
    Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:02:14 GMT
    Bodycam footage from Tiger Woods' DUI arrest showed him telling officers he was hoping to play in the Masters before his rollover crash in Florida.


    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

    Tiger told deputy: 'Was just talking to president'
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 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 released Thursday showing the golfer's arrest on a DUI charge.

    Phil to miss Masters due to family health matter
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 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."

    Two-time All-Pro, 2019 DPOY Gilmore retiring
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL.

    Judge denies UVA QB Morris' request for 7th year
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    A Virginia circuit court judge denied Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season on Thursday.

    Not a multitasker: Lloyd focused on Zona, not UNC
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said he's not a "multitasker" amid rumors tying him to the North Carolina opening as his team prepares to play Michigan in the Final Four on Saturday.

    Bauer returns to U.S. with minor league Ducks
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night April 21 for the minor league team.

    Royals' Jensen oversleeps, scratched from lineup
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    Catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals' starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins after he overslept.

    Cignetti backs Hoover after turnover dig by Dykes
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.

    ? Allen, Steinfeld announce birth of first child
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 21:31:33 EST
    The Buffalo Bills quarterback and the "Sinners" actress did not share the date of birth or the name of their daughter.

    Three-round NFL mock draft: Kiper, Miller, Reid and Yates rotate through the top 100 picks
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 08:18:22 EST
    We asked four draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Matt Miller, Jordan Reid and Field Yates -- to make picks in the first three rounds. Where do the top prospects land?

    These flaws could hold back the draft's top QBs
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 08:18:22 EST
    We saw a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.

    The latest on Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer and the NBA's investigation into the LA Clippers
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 17:36:57 EST
    What was actually in Leonard's contract? What do league insiders think of it? Here's what we know about the allegations -- and where the investigation stands.

    Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 19:21:59 EST
    Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

    How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:59:57 EST
    The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.

    MLB Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 20:30:09 EST
    With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

    Konnor Griffin is headed to the majors! What you need to know about Pirates' 19-year-old
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 20:30:09 EST
    Pittsburgh is calling up MLB's No. 1 overall prospect. Here is what makes the shortstop so special.

    'Nobody would've believed it if there wasn't a video': Remembering Randy Johnson's bird pitch
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 17:05:51 EST
    In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game.

    Women's March Madness: The 15 best players left in the field
    Thu, 2 Apr 2026 12:38:54 EST
    Wondering who to watch during this weekend's Final Four? We break down the best on the court.