Windows Central

"Microsoft fired the skilled people, leaving flowchart followers": Microsoft's Security Response Center is being blamed for the zero-day BlueHammer exploit leak, but I can't tell who's right
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:41:50 +0000
A BlueHammer zero-day Windows exploit was in the wild for two weeks before Microsoft addressed it, and even then, the solution is leaving some security experts concerned. Is this a failing on the part of Microsoft's Security Response Center?

"Thank you to every Greymane": Crimson Desert shows no signs of slowing down, topping over 5 million sales within a month
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:20:35 +0000
Crimson Desert has surpassed 5 million sales within its first month, with Pearl Abyss confirming the milestone as player engagement remains strong across PC.

"Another all-round excellent mini PC:" Beelink's discounted desktop is fantastic for intensive work and even some PC gaming
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:58:47 +0000
The Beelink SER9 Pro+ is a well-made, premium mini-PC built with strong performance rates for productivity (and a little bit for medium-level PC gaming) and a compact form-factor that will preserve space on your desk.

Xbox's Starfield gets Nintendo Switch 2 rating days after its PS5 release, keeping hopes for a port of Bethesda's RPG alive ? here's what we know
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:53:03 +0000
Is Starfield coming to Nintendo Switch 2? A new rating suggests that it is, though recent reports claim the port in development has been difficult to make.

"The stuff that we're seeing is really well put together": Xbox game publishing chief says Forza Horizon 6 takes him back to the golden years of racing games
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:41:54 +0000
Forza Horizon 6 will likely be one of the biggest Xbox games of the year, and CCO Matt Booty says "It really feels like a whole new, fresh game."

Microsoft's Xbox games lead Matt Booty says its studios are in a "culture of cultures" and work together more than you think ? Blizzard is even helping with Fable
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:44:46 +0000
Xbox Game Studios has over 30 teams under its wing, and chief content officer Matt Booty says they collaborate more often than many believe they do.

Nascar

Chris Gabehart responds to JGR restraining order accusation
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:08:59 +0000
On Monday night, Joe Gibbs Racing submitted to the Western District of North Carolina photographs from over the weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway that accused Chris Gabehart of violating a temporary restraining order.
Specifically, as part of the lawsuit from JGR that alleges a ?brazen scheme? from Gabehart to steal and potentially share proprietary information in violation of a non-compete ...Keep reading

Former Blaney tire changer says ?something needs to change? with Penske 12 pit crew
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:44:09 +0000
It ultimately didn?t factor into the finish on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway but Ryan Blaney continues to lose track position on practically every NASCAR Cup Series pit stop and the sample size is growing with every start.
Before Sunday, Blaney had lost 86 combined spots on pit road. 
On Sunday, Blaney was the leader and poised to win the race until a late caution forced crew chief ...Keep reading

Joe Gibbs Racing accuses Chris Gabehart of violating restraining order at Bristol
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:06:07 +0000
Chris Gabehart attended the NASCAR event over the weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway and Joe Gibbs Racing is adamant that he violated a temporary restraining order in the process.
Gabehart is currently embroiled in a lawsuit with Joe Gibbs Racing in which the latter has alleged the former violated the non-compete provisions of their previous work agreement. JGR also says Gabehart participated in ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin is at a loss for what?s happened to Kyle Busch
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:46:18 +0000
On the latest episode of his Actions Detrimental podcast, Denny Hamlin ponders if the Kyle Busch era of NASCAR is over and actually has been longer than most within the community realize.
It?s been three years and 100 races since the two-time Cup Series champion last won at Gateway on June 4, 2023 and it has been a struggle ever since his first half season at Richard Childress Racing. Since ...Keep reading

NASCAR adjusts Talladega Cup stage length to head off fuel saving tactics
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:43:43 +0000
NASCAR has adjusted the length of the three stages for the Cup Series race at Talladega on April 26.
The first stage will end on Lap 98, the second stage on Lap 143 and the scheduled conclusion on Lap 188. In comparison, last year saw the stages end on Lap 60 and 120. In other words, NASCAR has structured the race where fuel will not be necessary in the middle of the final two stages, to ...Keep reading


Fox News Headlines

Economist warns thousands of Virginia jobs at risk after minimum wage hike signed by Spanberger
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:30:44 GMT
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a $15 minimum wage into law, but an economist warns the mandate will force businesses to cut jobs and raise prices.

Kamala Harris blames president for high gas prices: 'This is a direct result of Donald Trump's war of choice'
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:18:10 GMT
Former Vice President Kamala Harris says high fuel prices across America are directly due to President Donald Trump's war against Iran.

Homeland Security official's killing leaves agency 'devastated' as vetting breakdown exposed
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:55 GMT
The killing of DHS official Lauren Bullis by a naturalized citizen exposes major immigration vetting failures, according to DHS and policy experts.

Viral Nikki Glaser clip prompts discussion over whether monogamy is dead
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:45 GMT
Comedian Nikki Glaser sparked a monogamy debate after saying she "kinda likes it" when her boyfriend hooks up with other women on a viral clip.

Eric Swalwell campaign paid hotel where accuser Lonna Drewes claims assault took place
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:45 GMT
Eric Swalwell faces legal probes in New York and Los Angeles after multiple women accused the former Democratic congressman of sexual assault and rape.

WWE champ Jade Cargill very hopeful to meet 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin at Hall of Fame ceremony
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:40 GMT
WWE Hall of Fame 2026 inductees include AJ Styles, Stephanie McMahon and Dennis Rodman as WrestleMania 42 weekend kicks off in Las Vegas on Friday.

Swalwell?s mounting sexual misconduct allegations threaten career beyond politics, experts warn
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:36 GMT
Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations that legal experts say could also trigger disciplinary action like disbarment.


Indy Car Racing

Colton Herta's Indianapolis 500 hopes blocked by Formula 2 calendar change
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:15:53 GMT
Now that Herta is not available, Andretti Global said Thursday it will focus on its current three-driver lineup for the Indy 500 and not enter a fourth car.

500 Festival event vehicles revealed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:06:55 GMT
Built by Hoosiers at the Fort Wayne Assembly Plant, the trucks will hit the streets with Indianapolis 500 graphics to remind everyone the Indy 500 is almost here.

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.


ESPN Sports Headlines

As it happened: Top moments as Warriors and 76ers win play-in games
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:08:31 EST
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Vintage Curry takes over as Dubs extend season
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
The Warriors, led by Stephen Curry, erased a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to edge the Clippers and advance in the NBA's play-in tournament.

Minus Embiid, Maxey propels Sixers into playoffs
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
With Joel Embiid watching from the bench, Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points to lead the Sixers past the Magic 109-97 and lock up a first-round playoff date with the rival Boston Celtics.

Hornets' Ball fined $35K for 'reckless' Bam play
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
The NBA has fined LaMelo Ball $35,000 "for making unnecessary and reckless contact" with Bam Adebayo during Tuesday's play-in game. The Hornets star also was fined $25,000 for using profane language during a TV interview after that game.

Kawhi mum on future, 'not stressing' NBA probe
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:08:52 EST
Kawhi Leonard declined to discuss his future with the Clippers after Wednesday's play-in loss and said he's "not stressing" the NBA's investigation into his deal with Aspiration.

LIV CEO says season to continue 'at full throttle'
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
Amid reports that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund might be on the verge of pulling its funding for the league, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil told staff in an email Wednesday that its season will go on "as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle."

Sources: MLBPA fires two top execs with cause
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
The Major League Baseball Players Association fired two top executives with cause Wednesday following an internal investigation, sources told ESPN.

Ulberg says he lost UFC title belt celebrating win
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:06:44 EST
Newly crowned UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg told Fox Sports Australia that he misplaced his title belt while celebrating his victory.