Nascar

Rick Ware Racing to switch manufacturers for 2026 NASCAR Cup season
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:26:22 +0000
On Monday, Rick Ware Racing (RWR) confirmed that they will change manufacturers, moving from Ford to Chevrolet ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season.
One of the few one-car teams remaining with a charter, RWR will also form a technical alliance with Richard Childress Racing and ECR engines. It is reportedly a multi-year partnership.
Ware's team finished last in points among charters teams this ...Keep reading

Keelan Harvick becomes the youngest Snowflake 125 winner in history at 13
Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:10:53 +0000
Racing deep into the night in Pensacola, Florida, 13-year-old Keelan Harvick became the youngest winner in the history of the Snowflake 125. He won the prestigious Pro Lade Model race in his first-ever attempt as well.
The event didn't go green until around 1:30am local time, with Luke Baldwin starting the race from pole position. Keelan, the son of 2014 NASCAR Cup Series champion Kevin ...Keep reading

Michael Jordan, Heather Gibbs headline Friday in NASCAR trial
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:02:39 +0000
Michael Jordan took the stand on Friday afternoon in the Western District of North Carolina to close out the first week of the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust lawsuit trial to much fanfare.
Jordan, who co-owns 23XI Racing with Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin and longtime business associate Curtis Polk, are suing NASCAR and CEO Jim France and the 15-month process reached ...Keep reading

Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at the age of 39
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:36:06 +0000
Michael Annett, who turned 39 years old this year, has tragically passed away. Annett competed at all three national levels of the sport, and was a winner in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts (formerly Xfinity) Series. No details have been provided regarding the nature of Annett's passing at this time. 
Annett was a full-time Cup driver from 2014 through 2016 as well, starting 106 races and ...Keep reading

All the key moments from the 23XI/FRM vs. NASCAR trial
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:58:16 +0000
The 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust trial is raging on as the two sides do battle inside a North Carolina courtroom with the future of the sport likely to be reshaped by the outcome.
Here, you can find a recap of some of the most important and interesting moments from each day of the trial, with links back to more in-depth stories from our Senior NASCAR Editor Matt ...Keep reading

SRX's threat to NASCAR takes center stage in antitrust trial
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:49:48 +0000
It?s becoming clear through four days of the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust trial that the now defunct SRX series will play a role in determining in the outcome of the case in the eyes of the jury.
In questioning NASCAR executives (president) Steve O?Donnell and (EVP-strategy) Scott Prime over the past two days, 23XI and FRM attorney Jeffrey Kessler has started to ...Keep reading

Front Row owner testifies, NASCAR exec grilled in court
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 03:24:36 +0000
On the third day of the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust trial, testimony was concluded from Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Scott Prime and began for FRM team owner Bob Jenkins.
Prime spent the second half of Tuesday on the stand, examined by 23XI and FRM attorney Jeffrey Kesseler and then cross-examined by a friendly attorney before being reexamined ...Keep reading

Report: Chris Gabehart leaves Joe Gibbs Racing in surprise exit
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:34:30 +0000
After days of rumors swirling around the NASCAR world, the Jenna Fryer of the Associated Press was able to confirm that Chris Gabehart has left Joe Gibbs Racing on Wednesday. 
Joe Gibbs Racing has made no statement regarding Gabehart's departure as of the writing of this story, nor has Gabehart spoken publicly on it. He is likely to continue working in the sport for another organization in ...Keep reading

Hendrick reveals updated NAPA paint scheme for Chase Elliott
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:18:56 +0000
NASCAR's Most Popular Driver will have an updated look for 2026 with some changes made the NAPA Auto Parts paint scheme on his No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet.
The NAPA No. 9 will continue with its blue/white color combination, but the big changes come along the door. After going almost fully blue in 2025, the car will bring back some white along the door while including a blue stripe with ...Keep reading


Windows Central

Microsoft promises it will upgrade Windows 11 with better performance for gamers in 2026 ? "we?re committed to making Windows the best place to play"
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:32:01 +0000
Windows 11 is set to gain a number of important improvements for gamers next year, all designed to allow games to run better and compete with SteamOS.

Have no fear, AI is here to write your end-of-year performance review ? and it'll even help you call out your coworkers
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:22:06 +0000
Copilot can streamline your performance review, but over-reliance risks turning AI into a substitute for critical thinking.

What's going on with RAM? ? Everything you need to know about surging prices, AI demand, and global tech market disruption
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:11:11 +0000
RAM prices have skyrocketed, and it doesn't seem like they're going to come down anytime soon. This could have lasting effects on the tech market as a whole, and it could last for years. I explain.

Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy has revealed gameplay screenshots ? and they're making me want to sign up for its Alpha Test as they look glorious
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:47:37 +0000
Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, an upcoming CRPG set in the grim dark universe of Warhammer 40,000, has revealed new gameplay screenshots, and we're going to analyse them in great detail.

This reliable mid-range Copilot+ PC says 'no' to gimmicks and 'yes' to work efficiency ? get an AI laptop for only $500 this Christmas
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:43:57 +0000
Best Buy has procured an early 41% Christmas discount for the Dell 14 Plus, a mid-range laptop that plays it safe with above-average performance rates, a long battery life, and support for Copilot+ AI.

Windows 3.1 going full ketchup & mustard wasn't inspired by any actual 'Hotdog Stands' ? Veteran Microsoft designer calls it a garish choice with a catchy name
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:07:18 +0000
Microsoft veteran designer Virginia Howlett recently revealed that Windows 3.1's Hotdog Stand color scheme wasn't a joke or deliberate attempt to design the worst possible scheme.

Is HyperX?s flagship wireless keyboard premium enough to forgive its various oddities? Well? Mostly
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0000
I've been using the HyperX Alloy Rise 75 Wireless mechanical gaming keyboard, and I've been impressed by its features and performance... But there are oddities.

Surprise! 'Metal Gear Solid ?: Snake Eater' grabs the Xbox Play Anywhere tag, joining other Konami titles like Silent Hill 2 and ?
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:22:16 +0000
One of the most faithful remakes in existence, Metal Gear Solid Delta almost pixel-for-pixel rebuilds the iconic stealth action game.

The best Surface Laptop 7 ? aka the MacBook Air killer ? now costs less than on Black Friday
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:07:06 +0000
A new Surface Laptop 7 deal quietly beats the big holiday sales, and it?s the configuration we?d actually recommend.

Copilot AI won't work on WhatsApp after January 2026, but it isn't Microsoft's fault ? this is about Meta
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:53:00 +0000
Microsoft?s Copilot AI and other third?party chatbots will no longer be available on WhatsApp after January 15, 2026, following Meta?s recent platform policy update.

6 Xbox and PC gamer gifts that aren't trash: Here?s what they'll actually want to unwrap
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:29:00 +0000
Holiday shopping for gamers doesn't have to be stressful. Here's a bunch of useful or fun gifts that will make your loved one smile.

Only with Xbox Game Pass would I go on a wild journey to chase after a frog that stole my Nana?s potatoes
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:14:00 +0000
I recently finished playing SOPA: Tale of the Stolen Potato, a truly unique narrative-adventure game about stolen potatoes (and it's on Xbox Game Pass).

If you love Resident Evil and Silent Hill as much as I do, this pixelized indie survival horror title needs to be on your radar
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:04:00 +0000
Set in a 90s Polish town falling apart from the inside, Holstin mixes exploration, survival, and psychological tension to deliver a uniquely eerie horror experience.

This underrated Xbox Game Pass title gets a free update with a much-appreciated photo mode ? and a fully playable card game (or beer pong, if you prefer)
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:56:12 +0000
11 bit studios shadow dropped a massive free content update for The Alters during its first-ever developer showcase.

Xbox architect Jason Ronald teases big things for 2026 ? ?we want to celebrate the great legacy of Xbox next year?
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:03:06 +0000
Tom Gerken?s hands-on look at the Ally X is paired with comments from Jason Ronald, who teases that 2026 may hold exciting news for Xbox fans.


Fox News Headlines

New lawsuit presses Pentagon, State Dept to disclose legal justification for Venezuelan boat strikes
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:28:28 GMT
The Trump administration has been sued over strikes on drug boats, as an advocacy groups seek the release of a memo containing the legal justification.

MS-13 gang leader accused in murder of ex-Honduran president?s son arrested in Nebraska
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:24:38 GMT
MS-13 leader Gerson Cuadra Soto, linked to a violent kill squad and an FBI Top 10 fugitive, was arrested in Nebraska on immigration charges.

Iryna?s Law branded ?political agenda? as sheriff warns of jail overcrowding
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:18:27 GMT
Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden warns that Iryna's Law will cause dangerous jail overcrowding without additional state funding for implementation.

Josh Shapiro defends claim that Kamala Harris trying to ?cover her a?? with critical book excerpt
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:14:45 GMT
Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Penn. defended his highly critical comments about Kamala Harris after she wrote about tensions during her vice presidential vetting process in her new book.

Magic's Desmond Bane hit with hefty fine for launching ball at Knicks' OG Anunoby in wild moment
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:12:08 GMT
Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane was fined $35,000 by the NBA for launching the ball at New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby in a bizarre incident.

Barefoot father and son airlifted from Everglades mudhole after ATV runs out of gas: ?Alligators are hungry?
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:11:46 GMT
Father and son rescued by helicopter after ATV runs out of gas in Florida Everglades mudhole. Deputies spotted their fire during nighttime rescue.

John Cena reflects on biggest piece of criticism he received in his WWE career and how it changed his approach
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:09:25 GMT
WWE fans notoriously got stale with John Cena's gimmick in the middle of his career and he listened and made a chance as he explained in a recent interview.

Kate Winslet slams Hollywood?s ?terrifying? obsession with Botox and weight-loss drugs
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:57:43 GMT
Kate Winslet embraces aging as one of life's joys while condemning Hollywood's cosmetic treatment craze and blaming social media for unrealistic beauty standards.

Leavitt defends Trump?s drug boat strikes, says Democrats attacking US military 'stooped so low'
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:55:32 GMT
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defends strikes on drug boats as Democrats call actions "war crimes," citing a Trump campaign promise to demolish cartels.

Trump pressures Zelenskyy for new elections, warns Ukraine of 'a point where it?s not a democracy anymore'
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:54:21 GMT
Diplomatic tensions escalate as President Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine?s democracy, criticizing its ongoing wartime ban on national elections.

Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera?s fall death sparks police response to family?s explosive claims: report
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:38:53 GMT
Family lawyer challenges Austin police suicide ruling in Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera's death case, demanding state takeover of the investigation.

Kamala Harris declares herself a 'historic' figure: 'There will be a marble bust of me'
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:34:04 GMT
Former Vice President Kamala Harris called herself a "historic figure" and said a marble bust will be made of her in Congress during interview Tuesday.

Dodgers land All-Star closer in record-breaking deal after back-to-back World Series wins: reports
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:31:09 GMT
Edwin Diaz is set to join the Los Angeles Dodgers on a three-year, $69 million deal after a dominant run with the New York Mets, giving the reigning champions the top closer on the market.

GOP senator pitches 'Black Friday' Obamacare fix that bridges Democrat, Republican demands
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:30:18 GMT
Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., is hopeful Republicans will coalesce behind his Obamacare subsidy plan, but acknowledged that time was running out to pass a solution.

USA Fencing head replaced, former chair cites 'lawsuits' in decision to not seek re-election
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:22:07 GMT
Paralympic fencer Dr. Scott Rodgers PLY took over as USA Fencing chair following months of controversy over transgender policies and congressional hearings.


Indy Car Racing

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.

IndyCar says no Mexico City race for 2026 due to World Cup impact
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 22:08:17 GMT
The news also comes less than a month after NASCAR announced it would be one-and-done in Mexico City.

Chip Ganassi Racing's 17th title: A record-breaking journey
Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:41:22 GMT
Ganassi's 17 IndyCar Series titles ties him with Team Penske, but Ganassi did it in his 35th season while Penske has been racing for nearly two decades longer.

Will Power leaves Team Penske after 17 years to join Andretti Global
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:02:14 GMT
The two-time IndyCar champion and former Indianapolis 500 winner will drive the No. 26 Honda for Andretti.

Colton Herta's next big move: From IndyCar to Cadillac's Formula 1 team
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:06:30 GMT
This move brings the first American driver to the program and transitions Herta from IndyCar to the global series.

Will Power out at Penske: Team confirms Australian will not return for 18th season
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:32:31 GMT
As the season dragged on without any movement from Penske, Power?s departure became more and more obvious.


ESPN Sports Headlines

Solak's second look at Week 14: We're fixing the Chiefs' biggest issues and sorting AFC South chaos
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 12:34:59 EST
Ben Solak lays out ways to improve the Chiefs' struggling offense, makes his case for the Jaguars' legitimacy and more.

Updated NFL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus most shocking statistics of this season
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 12:34:59 EST
We unveil our latest rankings and also look at the most surprising statistical rankings for each team.

Sources: QB Rivers unretiring to sign with Colts
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Philip Rivers, who has not played in the NFL since 2020, is signing to the Colts' practice squad, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Tuesday.

Sources: Schwarber back to Phils on $150M deal
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Slugger Kyle Schwarber, who led the NL with 56 home runs last season, and the Phillies are finalizing a five-year, $150 million contract, sources told ESPN.

Sources: Dodgers, closer Diaz reach $69M deal
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
The Dodgers got the best closer on the free agent market, reaching a three-year, $69 million deal with former Mets reliever Edwin Diaz, sources told ESPN.

Police arrest suspect in shooting of Jets' Boyd
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Police have arrested a 20-year-old male suspect in the shooting of New York Jets player Kris Boyd, law enforcement agencies said Tuesday.

Messi voted MLS MVP for second straight year
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi has been voted the 2025 MLS MVP, becoming the first player in league history to win the award in two consecutive seasons.

Hurts has 2 turnovers on 1 play amid 4-INT night
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts became the first player since 1978 -- as far back as research goes -- to commit two turnovers on the same play during Monday night's overtime loss to the Chargers.

Dominican court orders new trial for Rays' Franco
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
An appeals court in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday ordered a new trial for Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was convicted earlier this year of sexually abusing a minor.

Daly: NHL players won't play if Olympic ice unsafe
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
Bill Daly told owners that he didn't believe construction issues with the ice hockey rink were "insurmountable," but that the league's bigger concern as it gets ready to send players to the Olympics for the first time in over a decade is the ice quality.

? What Shams is hearing on NBA trade season
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 13:11:04 EST
As NBA trade season nears, the futures of Anthony Davis and Giannis Antetokounmpo are in focus. Here's everything we're hearing.

Peralta to Red Sox? Greene to Dodgers? Best fits for top potential pitching trade candidates
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 12:27:14 EST
A number of teams have the need -- and means -- to trade for a starting pitcher this winter. Here's how they match up with available hurlers.

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors: What will follow huge deals for Diaz, Schwarber?
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 12:27:14 EST
Here's everything you need from Orlando as big signings by the Dodgers and Phillies rock the winter meetings.

Jimmy V Men's Classic guide: What to watch in UConn-Florida, BYU-Clemson
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 08:34:53 EST
Can the Huskies hold off the Gators in a battle of recent national champions? Here are the keys to their game, as well as the Cougars' matchup vs. the Tigers.

How BYU built its roster to maximize the season of AJ Dybantsa
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 08:34:53 EST
Landing the No. 1 recruit was only the first step. Retention, role players and chemistry came next.

Men's Bracketology: Iowa State replaces Purdue as a 1-seed
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 08:08:49 EST
In knocking off former 1-seed Purdue, unbeaten Iowa State changed its trajectory and is now on the top line.

Women's Bracketology: How the Big Ten is shaping the field
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 08:08:49 EST
The SEC has more No. 1 seeds. But the Big Ten leads the field with 13 teams.

Eight teams, four matchups, one champ: Previewing the NBA Cup quarterfinals
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 09:40:11 EST
Our NBA insiders break down Magic-Heat, Raptors-Knicks, Spurs-Lakers and Thunder-Suns.