Zorin OS 18.1 adds guided migrations, stronger app compatibility and wider hardware support, making switching from Windows far more practical for millions [clone]
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:15:27 +0000
Zorin OS 18.1 surpasses 3.3M downloads, offering smart native alternatives to Windows apps and posing a real threat to Microsoft?s market share.

?A solid list from the community,? as Reddit users highlight 10 open?source apps that run great on Windows 11 and deserve more attention
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:29:56 +0000
Reddit users consistently recommend a core group of open-source apps, and they also work on Windows 11. Check them out.

?Looking into this? as Xbox?s new CEO steps in after an Insider update reportedly bricks a Series S and raises fresh concerns
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:45:22 +0000
Xbox?s new CEO Asha Sharma directly responded to an Xbox Insider who claimed a recent update bricked their Series S.

?A surprise BAFTA result lands? as South of Midnight outperforms expectations and a new winner takes the spotlight
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:35:10 +0000
South of Midnight wins the BAFTA for New Intellectual Property, beating titles like Split Fiction and ARC Raiders, marking Xbox?s only award at this year?s ceremony.

?Yeah? it?s not so good,? as Microsoft confirms major Rewards changes in May and what it means for anyone who relies on daily point earning
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:29:33 +0000
Microsoft Rewards is rolling out a new tiered system with Member, Silver, and Gold levels, alongside increased earning potential and monthly bonuses, though early user reactions remain mixed.

"Is there a better introduction to PC gaming?" This incredible LEGO PC build shows how far creativity can go ? I'm inspired to build my own
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:11:13 +0000
I'm always impressed with the custom PC gaming builds shared online, but sometimes there's a project that really sets itself apart. This time it's a PC built into a sleek LEGO frame, and you have to see it to believe it.

How to watch NASCAR at Kansas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:04:39 +0000
Tyler Reddick continues to lead the championship standings, but Ryan Blaney is moving closer as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Kansas. He will also have a new jackman after recent issues with the Penske pit crew.
Ty Gibbs finally broke through for his first Cup win in his 131st career start last weekend at Bristol, besting Blaney in a photo finish.
At Kansas, the Cup Series will be joined by ...Keep reading

Kevin Harvick says Alex Bowman needs to win to keep Hendrick job
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:26:33 +0000
With all due respect to Alex Bowman?s recovery from vertigo, and return to the Hendrick Motorsports No. 48 over the weekend after missing four NASCAR Cup Series races, now it?s time for the 32-year-old to save his job.
Everyone downplays it, but Bowman is in a contract year, and having faced several medical issues over the years while also not winning at the scope of his superstar ...Keep reading

Team Penske makes a change to Ryan Blaney's pit crew
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:48:34 +0000
In recent weeks, Ryan Blaney has grown increasingly frustrated with mistakes on pit road and slow stops from the No. 12 Team Penske Ford crew. Crew chief Jonathan Hassler has been fairly open about the problems as well, and the need to improve.
Despite winning at Phoenix, he had to overcome multiple issues on pit road during that race, and it was a similar story en route to a runner-up finish ...Keep reading

Rockstar Energy partners with NASCAR star Tyler Reddick
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:30:13 +0000
Driving the No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota co-owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan and future NASCAR Hall of Famer Denny Hamlin, NASCAR Cup Series star Tyler Reddick has had a dream start to the 2026 season.
He won the season-opening Daytona 500 with a dramatic last-lap pass and went on to win the opening three races of the season -- something no other driver in NASCAR Cup history had previously ...Keep reading

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

California Republican slams state's handling of hospice fraud as she looks to flip blue seat
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:00:06 GMT
Republican candidate Jenny Rae Le Roux called out California leaders, alleging oversight failures let hospice fraud escalate to billions in potential waste.

NFL will not investigate Mike Vrabel over resort photos with reporter Dianna Russini: report
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:52:04 GMT
The NFL will not investigate Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel after photos surfaced showing him with reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort last month, according to a report.

Rubio targets Nicaraguan official over alleged torture tied to 'brutal' Ortega regime
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:51:27 GMT
Marco Rubio says the U.S. is sanctioning a senior Nicaraguan official over alleged human rights violations tied to the Ortega-Murillo dictatorship.

The one thing scammers check before targeting you online
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:45:23 GMT
Most scams start with a simple search, not a hack. Your personal data is already publicly available on data broker sites and used to target you.

Mexico?s climate supercomputer could change forecasting
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:43:39 GMT
Mexico is building the Coatlicue supercomputer to deliver sharper weather forecasts, earlier storm warnings and support artificial intelligence research.

Morgan Wallen pokes fun at Ella Langley?s onstage mix-up, then repeats it
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:41:33 GMT
Ella Langley says Morgan Wallen teased her for forgetting lyrics onstage until he made the same mistake during their final duet performance together.

?Lego bandit? accused in bizarre $34K scheme replacing minifigures with pasta
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:37:14 GMT
Jarrelle Augustine is accused of buying Lego sets from Target, removing valuable pieces, and returning boxes stuffed with pasta, Irvine police say.

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.

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Kerr on future: These jobs have 'expiration date'
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Steve Kerr acknowledged his future with the Warriors was uncertain following a season-ending loss to the Suns, saying, "When the run ends, sometimes it's time for new blood and new ideas."

Spurs motivated, inspired by Popovich address
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Hall of Famer and former coach Gregg Popovich, who continues to rehab from a stroke, addressed the Spurs prior to their playoff series against the Trail Blazers.

Boone: Cole needs several more rehab outings
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole said he had a "solid" rehab outing Friday night, but manager Aaron Boone said the veteran right-hander will need "several more" starts before rejoining the big league club.

Spurs concede last-gasp goal to stay in drop zone
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Tottenham remain in the Premier League relegation zone after they were stunned by a stoppage-time leveller from Brighton substitute Georginio Rutter .

Mets put struggling Polanco on IL with sore wrist
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Mets designated hitter Jorge Polanco has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion.

OKC remains title betting fave; Spurs, C's follow
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
The Thunder (+110) remain large betting favorites to repeat as NBA champions, but the betting public also likes the Spurs (+500) and Celtics (+550) to give Oklahoma City a run for its money.

Fever's Boston lands record $6.3M extension
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Fever, her agent told ESPN.

Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:05:09 EST
Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced on social media that, after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.

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97% of Southeast under drought conditions as hot, dry spring lingers with some rain to the rescue
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:37 -0400
After a scorching, rain-starved start to spring, more than 95% of the Southeast finds itself in the heat of a drought?though some long-awaited relief may finally be on the way.

Millions in path of damaging winds as severe storm threat pushes east into Ohio Valley to kick off weekend
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:47:46 -0400
The dangerous severe storms impacting the central U.S. over the past week are expected to shift eastward, allowing new storms to develop across the Ohio Valley, Great Lakes, and portions of the Northeast. At least 26 million people will be in the path of this massive storm system.

Devastating damage reported across multiple states after tornado outbreak hammers the Midwest
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:24:32 -0400
Several states across the Midwest have reported damage from confirmed tornadoes, as a severe weather outbreak tore through the region.

What is a supercell thunderstorm?
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:23:54 -0400
Supercell thunderstorms are the least common type of thunderstorm, but they are the most likely to produce severe weather and become dangerous.

You could see the Northern Lights across the night sky this weekend in parts of the US
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:57:31 -0400
The Northern Lights are likely to put on a show this Friday and Saturday night for states in the northern U.S., as a moderate geomagnetic storm watch is in effect.

Spring shocker: Cold snap to follow record heat across the East next week
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:57:59 -0400
A spring chill will return early next week, with some areas staying cooler through the end of April. It comes as several record high temperatures fell this week across the East, with many cities seeing their earliest 90 degree days in over a decade.