Nascar

23XI, Front Row v NASCAR ends in settlement and focus on fans
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:37:15 +0000
I?m pleased to say we have positively settled this matter.
Representing 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports in its antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, lead attorney Jeffrey Kessler made the announcement to Judge Kenneth D. Bell at 10:03 a.m. in the Potter Courtroom on the second floor of the Western District of North Carolina.
There was still more work to be done to formalize the end of ...Keep reading

NASCAR, 23XI and FRM release joint statement as settlement is reached
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:38:24 +0000
After over a year of back-and-forth litigation and a trial that lasted nine days, a settlement has finally been reached in the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports vs. NASCAR antitrust lawsuit.
The two parties appeared outside the courthouse with 23XI co-owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin standing shoulder-to-shoulder with NASCAR CEO Jim France. A key pillar of the compromise will be ...Keep reading

All the key moments from the 23XI/FRM vs. NASCAR trial
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:58:16 +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

23XI, Front Row rest case as NASCAR begins trial defense
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 02:39:37 +0000
In a timeline where the parties involved in the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR trial couldn?t agree on anything to the point they have ended up in court, it is no surprise that they could look at the same financial records and end up with two different interpretations.
That is the key takeaway from much of Wednesday, which is officially Day 8, of the trial that will determine ...Keep reading

'Outraged' Bass Pro Shops CEO writes scorching letter to NASCAR over Childress insults
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:49:18 +0000
Johnny Morris, the founder, majority owner, and and CEO of Bass Pro Shops, has published a fiery letter addressed to NASCAR and the France family, focusing on the insults leadership shared amongst themselves while talking about longtime team owner Richard Childress.
In text messages unsealed through discovery as part of the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust lawsuit ...Keep reading

Lionel reveals the best-selling NASCAR diecasts of 2025
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:06:19 +0000
Lionel Racing has revealed the ten best-selling diecasts from the 2025 NASCAR season, counting them down throughout the day on Wednesday.
In 2024, Dale Earnhardt Jr. reminded everyone just how popular he is when his Budweiser-backed Late Model car beat all other diecasts from the year. In 2023, Kevin Harvick's return to the No. 29 for the All-Star Race with a recreation of his 2001 scheme on ...Keep reading

Childress blindsided, France evasive in NASCAR trial
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 02:04:17 +0000
There has been a constant theme over the past week as it pertains to the testimony of senior NASCAR officials under examination from 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports lead attorney Jeffrey Kessler.
The official is asked a series of specific questions about their knowledge of something that should fall under their authority. The official then deflects with a ?I don?t know? or ?I ...Keep reading

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


Windows Central

iPad Air deal highlights a tough truth ? Microsoft still can?t match Apple?s tablet experience
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:20:00 +0000
A big iPad Air discount underscores how Apple still leads in tablet usability, even as Microsoft?s Surface Pro offers stronger productivity features.

"We have officially been robbed" ? Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs react to Expedition 33 beating the huge medieval RPG at The Game Awards
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:10:13 +0000
The developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 have reacted to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 beating the RPG in three categories at The Game Awards.

I finally looked up translations for Expedition 33's main songs ? I had no idea how much they gave away the plot this whole time
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:08:21 +0000
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won 9 awards, including Game of the Year, during The Game Awards 2025. I finally decided to look up the translation to its hauntingly beautiful music, and I'm happy I only did so after beating it.

2025's ultimate portable AI laptop is now on sale for less than $550 ? it's the perfect Christmas gift for travelling typists and students
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:02:09 +0000
The latest entry in Microsoft's critically-acclaimed Surface Pro laptop series has gotten an early Christmas 31% discount for a limited time, just in time for professionals looking for an affordable laptop to take on 2026.

Xbox leadership gets a shake-up in 2026 ? current CFO Tim Stuart transitions to COO of ZeniMax Media
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:33:03 +0000
Microsoft Gaming CFO Tim Stuart is transitioning to ZeniMax Media COO in 2026, while Xavier Pokorzynski takes over his old role.

Blizzard announces new Diablo IV merch in celebration of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred's reveal at The Game Awards ? here's what they're selling
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:03:51 +0000
Hot off the heels of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred's cinematic reveal at the 2025 Game Awards, Blizzard has revealed a line-up of new merchandise to commemorate it, from apparel to figures.

The latest victim of AI-driven RAM price hikes ? the cost of building your own laptop
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:14:17 +0000
Framework?s DIY laptops now cost more due to a 50% jump in DDR5 prices, showing how AI datacenters continue to squeeze consumer RAM supply.

The cost of RAM has never been higher, making it a bleak time for PC building ? Here's how to work around the price gouging while holiday shopping
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:44:49 +0000
RAM prices are completely out of control, making it tough to upgrade a PC. Whether you're hoping to buy for yourself or for your favorite PC gamer, I have some advice to help you avoid overpaying.

Gemini 3 launch had less of an impact on ChatGPT than CEO Sam Altman feared ? OpenAI eyes January exit from "code red"
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:41:43 +0000
OpenAI finally launched its GPT-5.2 model after CEO Sam Altman declared code red following Google's successful Gemini 3 launch. The model ships with advanced capabilities across coding, text, image, and video.

AYANEO's latest gaming handheld is a spiritual successor to one of my favorite smartphones of all time
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:33:37 +0000
AYANEO makes some pretty wild portable gaming devices, and in 2026 it's going to be making its first phone. 15 years on, we're finally getting a spiritual successor to the Sony Xperia Play.

Gift Tip: Want to get a handheld gaming PC this holiday? ? Last year's ROG Ally is cheaper than Xbox Ally X and still plays AAA games
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:29:00 +0000
There's no denying that the Xbox Ally X is expensive. If you still want a solid gaming handheld but don't want to pay that much for one, the original ROG Ally is the device to consider, not the Xbox Ally.

Disney's $1 billion investment in OpenAI brings Mickey Mouse to Sora AI's doorstep ? will it redefine Hollywood's future?
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:04:00 +0000
The Walt Disney Company announced that it is investing $1 billion in OpenAI in a new three-year licensing agreement, which will allow Sora to create user-prompted social videos from its copyrighted content.

Total War: Warhammer 40K announced at the Game Awards 2025 ? and it's coming to Xbox and PS5 alongside PC
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:32:49 +0000
Creative Assembly showed up to the Game Awards 2025 to reveal Total War: Warhammer 40K.

Hogwarts Legacy is totally free on the Epic Games Store for a limited time, but you may have trouble getting it
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:19:31 +0000
During The Game Awards 2025, it was confirmed that Hogwarts Legacy is the newest free game on the Epic Games Store, at least for a limited time (so go redeem).

Crystal Dynamics announces two Tomb Raider games at the Game Awards 2025 ? and the first one is coming in 2026
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 02:46:21 +0000
Crystal Dynamics appeared at the Game Awards 2025 to announce two different Tomb Raider games.


Fox News Headlines

Dem lawmakers cry foul as Hochul guts AI safety bill amid Big Tech pressure
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:25:42 GMT
New York Dems Alex Bores and Andrew Gounardes say New York Gov. Kathy Hochul gutted their AI safety bill, citing pressure from industry leaders who Bores says have targeted him.

The best gifts under $50 for everyone on your list
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:17:53 GMT
Get a head start on your holiday shopping with deals less than $50 in the final hours of Prime Big Deal Days.

Trump-backed military right to repair plan stripped from Congress' final defense bill
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:14:10 GMT
Congress dropped a bipartisan provision from Pentagon spending legislation that would have given the military right to repair equipment, drawing criticism from senators.

Nicki Minaj appears to condemn Newsom for trans agenda, declares ?end of the road? for his career
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:02:36 GMT
Nicki Minaj condemned California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his transgender policies, saying his path to the presidency is impossible and his career is finished.

Preservation group sues Trump administration over White House ballroom project
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:01:14 GMT
A historic preservation group is suing Trump over White House ballroom construction, claiming mandatory reviews were skipped and approval wasn't sought.

'Incompetence or dereliction': Minnesota lawmaker rips Tim Walz as state fraud losses mount
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:52:42 GMT
House Oversight Committee investigates Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over fraud schemes that cost the state billions, including the $250 million Feeding Our Future case.

Turning Point USA partners with state of Tennessee to establish Club America Chapters
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:52:12 GMT
Turning Point USA has partnered with leadership in the state legislature of Tennessee to establish Club America chapters at high schools across the state.

Colts star says 'overlooked' part of Philip Rivers' return makes him confident in 44-year-old QB
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:49:59 GMT
Michael Pittman Jr. sees a "fired up" Philip Rivers rejoining the Indianapolis Colts, and he feels that football fans are overlooking a key aspect in his return.

DHS sweeps Twin Cities, arrests 400 as feds blast Walz for ?failing to protect Minnesota?
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:49:34 GMT
DHS announces 400 arrests in 'Operation Metro Surge' targeting Minneapolis area as Gov. Tim Walz faces criticism over illegal immigrant criminals.

Trump cuts family reunification programs for seven countries citing fraud and security concerns
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:48:33 GMT
Trump administration ends family reunification parole programs for immigrants from Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, and Honduras.

Man?s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:39:44 GMT
A U.K. man suffered a stroke after drinking eight energy drinks daily, doctors reported. High caffeine intake has been linked to dangerous blood pressure spikes and health risks.

King Charles shares 'good news' about his ongoing cancer battle in emotional update
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:29:45 GMT
King Charles announced that doctors are scaling back his cancer treatment after positive response to early diagnosis and effective intervention.

Duffy threatens to yank New York federal funds over illegally issued commercial driver's licenses
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:23:40 GMT
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that New York state will face federal funding consequnces over the unlawful issuance of non-domiciled CDLs, if it does not "come into compliance."

Top Disney exec reveals White House didn?t push on Kimmel suspension, says, 'We didn't hear from them'
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:22:01 GMT
Disney executive Dana Walden explained Disney's decision to suspend "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" was made to reduce tensions after Jimmy Kimmel's controversial Charlie Kirk comments.

Best gifts for people who'd rather be outside ? starting at $16
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:20:06 GMT
These gifts offer warmth, comfort and safety for those who spend their days outdoors.


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

Connelly's alt-college football awards: Catch of the Year, 'Dog in Him' and more
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:10:25 EST
College football's official awards will go out this weekend. We're honoring more players tonight; watch the College Football Awards at 7 ET on ESPN.

Moore facing charges of stalking, home invasion
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Sherrone Moore, abruptly fired this week as Michigan football coach, was charged Friday with three crimes including home invasion and stalking a person he had dated, prosecutors said.

Utes' Whittingham stepping down after 21 years
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Utah coach Kyle Whittingham announced he is stepping down after the team's Dec. 31 bowl game. Whittingham is the Utes' all-time leader in coaching wins with 177.

Steelers' Watt has surgery for collapsed lung
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:40 EST
Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt had surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung, his brother J.J. Watt posted on social media.

Harbaugh 'still processing' Moore's firing, arrest
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:40 EST
Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh says he is "still processing" the abrupt firing of former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore after the two worked closely together with the Wolverines.

Colts laud Rivers' readiness, not revealing starter
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Coach Shane Steichen would not confirm whether he planned to start Philip Rivers in what would be his first NFL game in five years.

Clark pushes for CBA compromise: 'Need to play'
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Caitlin Clark discussed the need for compromise in the ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations at USA Basketball camp on Friday, her first organized practice since a soft tissue injury sidelined her for most of the 2025 season.

Hedman to undergo surgery, eyes Olympic return
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Victor Hedman's elbow surgery, set for Monday, is expected to sideline the Lightning's captain until February but could pave the way for the defenseman to play for Sweden at the upcoming Olympics in Milan.

Johnson's Grand Slam Track files for bankruptcy
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
Grand Slam Track, the league fronted by sprinting great Michael Johnson, has filed for bankruptcy after canceling its final event and failing to pay athletes and vendors.

? Michael Jordan pushes NASCAR into future
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:38:41 EST
The way NASCAR had long done business had become obsolete, but the antitrust suit brought by Michael Jordan and settled on Thursday, changes that.

NBA 25 under 25: The best young stars, ranked by future potential
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:07:06 EST
Which youngsters are among the next class of superstars? Which are already there? Our NBA experts rank their top 25 under 25.

Has trading for an NBA superstar become too risky? Insiders examine the new normal
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:07:06 EST
One superstar trade away from NBA title contention? You better be right. If not, the consequences are harsh.

Our guide to every Week 15 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions and what's at stake
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:21:19 EST
Who can improve their chances of making the playoffs? And who is likely out? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 15 game.

The NFL's best player through 14 games is ...? Barnwell stacks MVP candidates, picks winner
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:21:19 EST
Let's make the MVP cases for 15 players -- including a ranking of the top five.

Top 50 USMNT players, ranked by club form: A new No. 1 leads the American pool
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:31:59 EST
Who are the 50 best USMNT players as 2025 comes to a close? We have a first-time No. 1 in our ranking as the USMNT Player Performance Index returns.

Who are the NFL?s hottest head coaching candidates? We list nine coordinators plus one wild card
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:03:43 EST
Will former head coaches Vance Joseph and Matt Nagy get another shot? Could Joe Brady get interviews? We stacked the hottest coaching candidates right now.

Who is willing to spend to keep up with the Dodgers and Blue Jays this winter?
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:59:49 EST
Baseball insiders were abuzz over L.A. and Toronto at this week's winter meetings, as both have the money -- and pull -- to dominate the winter.

MLB winter meetings winners, losers and head-scratching moves
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:59:49 EST
We debate our favorite (and least favorite) moves of the week -- and what's ahead.