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Windows Wrap: Windows 11?s disastrous year came at the perfect time for Xbox ? Project Helix will drag PC gaming to where it needs to be
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:04:11 +0000
Windows 11 struggled in 2025, but it may have paved the way for Project Helix. Microsoft promised to reduce the pain points of Windows 11, and gamers may be the biggest benificiaries.

Lenovo challenges the MacBook Neo with this Snapdragon X laptop ? its RAM and SSD especially are a huge step up
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:56:48 +0000
Amazon is offering an 8% discount on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3X laptop. While it's not the best price drop, it has made it on par with the newly released MacBook Neo while offering superior RAM, storage, and other hardware features.

I sent my Xbox ROG Ally X away for repair, and now it's back ? but I've already moved on to another handheld (with some guilt)
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000
The Xbox ROG Ally X that betrayed me is back, but I've found solace in the detachable arms of the Lenovo Legion GO and don't know if I can go back.

HP is not taking Apple's MacBook Neo lying down ? it's just discounted one of its laptops with superior RAM and storage with a whopping $650 off
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:26:43 +0000
The HP Omnibook 5 with a 14-inch OLED 2K display, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and Snapdragon X processor has been given an insane 57% discount as part of HP's response to Apple's MacBook Neo making waves on the internet.

Beloved Fallout composer says Bethesda's Todd Howard is a "visionary" ? and that critics of Xbox's Starfield "were just not ready" for the controversial RPG
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:10:23 +0000
Fallout and Starfield composer Inon Zur believes one day, we'll all think Xbox's Starfield is a "legendary" RPG, and that Todd Howard is a "visionary."

Ex-Xbox exec Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' just joined this legendary gaming brand, but he says it's not his "full time gig" ? "I am still working on that"
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:47:33 +0000
Former Xbox programming director Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb has joined Commodore, but it's not his "full time gig." Could he return to Xbox at some point?

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Microsoft's Xbox AI assistant Gaming Copilot is coming to consoles this year, and not stopping there ? "We will continue to bring it to more services that players are playing"
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:34:46 +0000
Nearly a full year after its introduction, Microsoft has announced the Xbox AI Gaming Copilot is coming to consoles later in 2026.

Microsoft just fixed my BIGGEST gripe about the Windows 11 setup experience ? power users rejoice!
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:33:56 +0000
The latest Windows 11 preview build introduces the ability to specify a custom user directory for your account, something both macOS and Linux have supported for decades.

How to complete the New Orders Operator Order and unlock the Bogey Camo in Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:56:52 +0000
Black Ops Royale has a bunch of new Operator Order challenges with exclusive rewards. Here's how to complete New Orders and unlock the Bogey Camo.

4 new Microsoft Teams features coming next month, including AI you'll actually use and a must-have feature for saving time
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:46:17 +0000
Windows 11 March 2026 update adds native Sysmon, WebP wallpapers, Taskbar speed test, Quick Machine Recovery for Pro, and more.

Xbox just wiped out most of the excuses game developers use to skip the platform
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:32:51 +0000
Microsoft has significantly streamlined Xbox development, cutting onboarding time to about 30 minutes and introducing Foundation Mode, which gives developers free access to PlayFab cross platform backend services when shipping games on Xbox.

How to complete the Memories Operator Order and unlock the Landfall Operator skin in Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:22:43 +0000
One of the nine Operator Orders in Black Ops Royale is Memories, rewarding an Operator skin for Mason. Here's how to complete it and unlock the reward.

Square Enix shadowdrops Bravely Default onto Xbox and PC ? I'm so happy to see this classic JRPG finally escape Nintendo's prison for other platforms
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:04:54 +0000
Out of nowhere, Square Enix has announced that it's releasing another classic JRPG from its backlog onto Xbox and PC, the turn-based throwback to early Final Fantasy games called Bravely Default.

Microsoft confirms Project Helix with a custom AMD chip built for next?gen Xbox, plus new FSR Diamond tech that promises sharper, cleaner visuals for everyone
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:42:58 +0000
Microsoft has revealed the first hardware details for Project Helix, the next generation Xbox console. The system will use a custom AMD system on chip and feature new technologies such as FSR Diamond, DirectStorage, and improved ray tracing performance.


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    Christopher Bell earns Las Vegas NASCAR Cup pole in JGR 1-2-3
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:36:49 +0000
    It's a Toyota lockout of the first two rows with Joe Gibbs Racing 1-2-3 in Las Vegas NASCAR Cup qualifying.
    Christopher Bell rocketed to the top of the charts and was the only driver to break into the 28-second bracket. Four of Bell's 15 career poles have happened in Vegas, with the other three taking place in 2022 (first career pole in the Cup Series), 2023, and 2024.
    "Our Interstate ...Keep reading

    Four NASCAR Cup car chiefs ejected after multiple Las Vegas inspection failures
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:30:52 +0000
    During pre-race inspection for the NASCAR Cup race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, four different race teams failed twice ahead of practice and qualifying -- three Chevrolets and one Ford.
    As a result, they have all been issued the standard penalties for such failures, which includes the ejection of the car chief for the remainder of the race weekend.
    They are the #24 Hendrick Motorsports ...Keep reading

    Watch this safety truck pull off an epic save during NASCAR session
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:00:12 +0000
    On Saturday morning, the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series cars were set to go out on track for practice at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. However, it was a safety truck driver that ended up stealing the show with quite the save.
    Exiting the infield access road to the frontstretch, the safety truck started to spin sideways, with the driver quickly trying to recover it. However, it overcorrected ...Keep reading

    Joe Gibbs Racing push back on Spire 'trade' deal; discovery rebuttal
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:47:33 +0000
    ?There is no innocent explanation for secretly accessing, reviewing, and selectively deleting an employer's confidential files after your employment has ended and you are negotiating with a direct competitor. Gabehart's belief that he was acting in secret is itself powerful evidence of wrongful intent.?
    This is part of the basis in which Joe Gibbs Racing believes the Western District of ...Keep reading

    NASCAR is changing pit stall cleaning procedures, restricting teams
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:27:20 +0000
    This week, NASCAR notified crew chiefs about the Sanctioning Body's updated rules for cleaning pit boxes during the race weekend.
    Previously, teams would use all manner of tactics and chemicals to ensure as much grip as possible in their assigned stall, looking for any possible advantage while aiming to prevent cars from sliding through their boxes.
    But as of March 12th, cleaning of pit box ...Keep reading

    How to watch NASCAR 2026 at Las Vegas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:25:03 +0000
    Tyler Reddick leads the championship standings by 60 points over Ryan Blaney, who earned an impressive victory at Phoenix Raceway last weekend.
    NASCAR now heads to Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where Josh Berry is the defending race winner. He is also the most recent first-time winner in the Cup Series.
    In this story, you can find all the information you need to watch this weekend's action in ...Keep reading

    Ty Gibbs uninjured in airborne sprint car crash, flipping into the fence
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:32:16 +0000
    Ty Gibbs was competing in the 2026 High Limit Racing season-opener at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway dirt track on Thursday Night, which is just outside the 1.5-mile intermediate track where the NASCAR Cup Series will be racing this weekend.
    Driving a 410 winged sprint car, Gibbs was running fourth when he made contact with Corey Day -- a regular in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series ...Keep reading

    Who will be NASCAR's next first-time winner, one year after its last?
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:43:20 +0000
    12 months ago at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Josh Berry wheeled the historic #21 Wood Brothers Racing Ford into Victory Lane and became the 206th different winner in NASCAR Cup Series history.
    It was a surprise win with Berry leading just 18 laps, and since then, no other driver has added their name to the NASCAR Cup Series winners list.
    Before Berry, Harrison Burton won for the first time in ...Keep reading

    Jeff Dickerson replies to all things Gibbs, Gabehart in legal filing
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:30:53 +0000
    In a legal filing posted late on Wednesday night, Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson detailed his long personal relationship with Chris Gabehart and expressed deep disappointment in the lawsuit filed against them by Joe Gibbs Racing.
    Prior to team ownership, Dickerson served as an ex-grassroots racer, sports agent and spotter, whom eventually co-founded the Spire Sports+Entertainment ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Exiled Iranian crown prince says he?s ready to lead Iran ?as soon as the Islamic Republic falls?
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:09:36 GMT
    Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he's ready to lead Iran's transition as conflict enters third week and regime faces potential collapse.

    Kim Jong Un appears with teenage daughter at live-fire rocket test in North Korea
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 03:57:54 GMT
    Kim Jong Un's daughter joins him at missile test, fueling ongoing succession speculation as North Korea escalates weapons demonstrations amid regional tensions.

    Seahawks GM warns Washington?s new 'millionaire tax' could hurt free agent recruiting
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 02:04:54 GMT
    Seahawks general manager John Schneider pointed to Washington?s new income tax rate on millionaires, warning it could hinder the franchise?s ability to sign top NFL free agents.

    Headless, handless body found on New York road 56 years ago identified through DNA; killer remains unknown
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:19:10 GMT
    A DNA breakthrough identified a headless body found in New York 56 years ago as Clyde Coppage from Pennsylvania, but his killer still remains at large.

    Speech to US baseball team by Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden prompts liberal backlash
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:51:04 GMT
    Robert J. O'Neill, a former Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, gave the U.S. baseball team a speech before its quarterfinal victory, sparking social media criticism and praise.

    Late Colts owner Jim Irsay?s memorabilia collection brings record prices at auction
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:47:06 GMT
    Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay?s memorabilia collection far exceeded expectations at Christie?s, generating $93.6 million against initial auction estimates of $40 million.

    American flag raised, flies over US Embassy building in Venezuela for first time in 7 years
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:40:13 GMT
    The U.S. Embassy in Caracas raised the American flag for the first time in seven years, months after former President Nicolás Maduro's capture by U.S. forces.

    Sharon Osbourne tells Hollywood elites to save politics 'for your platform' when accepting awards
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:22:16 GMT
    Sharon Osbourne criticized artists giving political speeches at award shows, saying viewers need "relief" from world events on "The Osbournes Podcast."

    Son of British couple detained in Iran 'let down' by Starmer's leadership on parent's imprisonment amid war
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:16:30 GMT
    The son of British prisoners in Iran slammed U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's "non-existent" advocacy and urged President Donald Trump to remember prisoners during strikes on Iran.

    Caitlin Clark rejects Angel Reese high-five at FIBA World Cup qualifiers
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:38:19 GMT
    Caitlin Clark ignored Angel Reese's high-five gesture during Team USA's 91-48 victory over Puerto Rico in FIBA World Cup qualifiers, adding fuel to their rivalry.

    Brittany Aldean shows off green bikini in spring break beach photos with family
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:24:11 GMT
    Jason Aldean's wife Brittany shared vacation moments with their children, featuring beach time, family cuddles and spring break memories on Instagram.

    With dogs, dance and uncovered hair, Iranians defy 'unholy alliance' of socialists, radicals: ?Hypocrites!?
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:05:56 GMT
    A Fox News investigation revealed 75 organizations supporting Iran's regime, including socialist groups allegedly funded by an American tech tycoon in Shanghai.

    Cigarette smoking in America plummets to historic single-digit low, new study finds
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:17:08 GMT
    U.S. adult smoking rates hit a historic low of 9.9% in 2024, marking the first time cigarette use dropped to single digits, but 25.2 million Americans still smoke.

    Zach Braff shuts down rumors he has an AI chatbot girlfriend: 'Please update all gossip sites'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:10:41 GMT
    Zach Braff denies rumors he is dating an AI chatbot girlfriend on Instagram stories, calling claims false and asking gossip sites to update their coverage.

    WNBA faces critical deadline as ongoing collective bargaining talks threaten to disrupt schedule, commish says
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:40:51 GMT
    WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and union Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson reported progress in contract talks but cautioned a deadline needs to be reached soon.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    Indy 500 veteran Simona de Silvestro turns to speed of Olympic bobsleigh
    Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:17:40 GMT
    The 2010 Indy 500 Rookie of the Year is competing in two events at the Milan Cortina Games.

    Romain Grosjean rejoins Dale Coyne Racing, returns to full-time IndyCar competition
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:12:52 GMT
    ?Grosjean will drive the No. 18 Honda and be partnered with 2025 Indy NXT champion and IndyCar rookie Dennis Hauger.

    James Hinchcliffe making NASCAR debut in Truck Series race at St. Petersburg
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:54:38 GMT
    Hinchcliffe joins Dario Franchitti as former IndyCar drivers competing in the first street race in NASCAR Truck Series history.

    IndyCar announces historic deal with Honda, Chevrolet
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:27:49 GMT
    Each Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) agreement will begin in 2027 and run for several years.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    12 questions the men's committee must answer heading into Selection Sunday
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:10:07 EST
    The RedHawks and Tigers continue to be the talk of the bubble, plus more considerations for men's committee.

    Men's Bracketology: What the SEC's bloated bubble means for the overall field
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:10:07 EST
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    Duke shows mettle in holding off UVA for ACC title
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    No. 1 Duke defeated No. 10 Virginia on Saturday night for its second straight Atlantic Coast Conference tournament championship under coach Jon Scheyer and its third title in the past four years.

    Venezuela KO's defending champ Japan from WBC
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    Wilyer Abreu hit a go-ahead, three-run shot in the sixth, and Venezuela rallied to stun defending champion Japan to advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals.

    Arizona gets revenge, tops UH to win Big 12 title
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    Arizona will head into the NCAA tournament with a nine-game winning streak after holding off Houston 79-74 in Saturday's Big 12 tournament final, avenging its loss to the Cougars in last season's conference title game.

    St. John's routs UConn to defend Big East title
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    A tenacious defensive performance carried No. 13 St. John's to its second straight Big East tournament championship Saturday night with a 72-52 blowout of sixth-ranked UConn at Madison Square Garden.

    Leafs want Gudas punished more for Matthews hit
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    The Maple Leafs believe the NHL didn't go far enough in punishing Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas for the hit that ended Auston Matthews' season.

    Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC loss
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort.

    TTU to have star Anderson available for tourney
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    Texas Tech star guard Christian Anderson will be available for the NCAA tournament after leaving the Red Raiders' Big 12 tournament loss because of an apparent groin injury.

    Wemby's do-it-all showcase propels red-hot Spurs
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    Victor Wembanyama made his mark in every facet of Saturday's game against the Hornets, posting 32 points, 12 boards, eight assists, four blocks and two steals as the Spurs improved to 17-2 since Feb. 1.

    ? Which NFL teams have improved most in FA?
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:09:53 EST
    We picked out the teams that took the biggest steps forward this week through their signings and other moves -- including the 49ers.

    Has UCLA leapfrogged UConn for No. 1 overall and four more big questions for Selection Sunday
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:33:20 EST
    Where the top eight seeds play in the regionals is as big of a question as which bubble teams get in Selection Sunday.

    Women's Bracketology: How the committee's top-16 reveal rippled through the field
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:58:17 EST
    Saturday, the committee revealed the top-16 teams that will host early round games. North Carolina moved in.

    Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:21:09 EST
    We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.

    From Team Japan to MLB stars: Who could be next to make the jump?
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:19:10 EST
    The World Baseball Classic has given fans a chance to see Japan's best players before they hit the majors. Here's who to keep an eye on this year.

    Passan's ultimate MLB season preview: Predictions, inside intel and breakout stars for all 30 teams
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:12:42 EST
    Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.

    Projecting all 30 MLB teams based on how busy -- or passive -- they were this winter
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:12:42 EST
    Fans want a big offseason splash. But does staying the course actually lead to better results?

    Arteta turned to the teenage Dowman, and it paid off tremendously for Arsenal
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:13:58 EST
    It was a night where Max Dowman made history for Arsenal, and may have helped them go in touching distance of the Premier League title.