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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.

Yes, you can run Windows apps on the MacBook Neo ? but Parallels Desktop warns of 8GB memory constraints
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:24:01 +0000
Apple?s MacBook Neo can technically run Parallels, but the reality of Windows performance on Neo may disappoint.

This stellar Xbox controller with 1,000Hz polling on PC drops below $40, making it an affordable and accurate wired alternative
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:50:57 +0000
Walmart is offering a 33% discount on the GameSir G7 SE Wired Xbox controller, taking its already budget-friendly price to a near bargain-bin price that's way cheaper than the official Xbox controller.

A free Xbox Ally X update could deliver up to 30% smoother performance for your handheld games ? "Automatic Super Resolution" preview starts soon
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:37:05 +0000
Xbox has confirmed that Automatic Super Resolution will arrive on Xbox Ally X in a preview this April. The AI powered feature uses the device?s NPU to upscale games and improve performance.

Still running Firefox on Windows 7? Mozilla has your back (for now) but admits it's risky without "official support from Microsoft"
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:03:58 +0000
Firefox just extended support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 by six months, giving systems that refuse to die more time to get updates.


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    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

    Chris Gabehart, Spire want reciprocal expedited discovery against Gibbs
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:55:29 +0000
    In a late Wednesday night series of court filings, Chris Gabehart and his retained attorneys responded to or otherwise addressed the continued legal claims made against him and Spire Motorsports by Joe Gibbs Racing.
    The first document filed to the docket was a second first-person declaration in which the former engineer, crew chief and competition director made the case that his role as Chief ...Keep reading

    How drivers and crew chief aggression was responsible for tire issues at Phoenix
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:33:26 +0000
    It was really easy on Sunday to see flat tires or tires come apart during the Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway and say ?tire failure? but everyone with a reputable resume know that teams with problems were largely responsible for their fate.  
    As best described by Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 crew chief Adam Stevens, there is a risk-versus-reward balance
    ?It?s so tough,? Stevens said ...Keep reading

    Justin Allgaier to replace Alex Bowman at Hendrick for Las Vegas Cup race
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:05:42 +0000
    Hendrick Motorsports will put 2024 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series champion Justin Allgaier behind the wheel of the #48 Chevrolet for this weekend's race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
    Alex Bowman was forced out of the car mid-race at COTA with Myatt Snider finishing the event for him, and later in the week, he was diagnosed with vertigo. HMS sim driver Anthony Alfredo drove the car at Phoenix ...Keep reading

    NASCAR, IndyCar Phoenix doubleheader generates TV ratings boost
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:55:32 +0000
    All told, the NASCAR and IndyCar Series combined event over the weekend at Phoenix Raceway was a television ratings victory for all involved.
    The Cup Series race on Sunday drew 2.841 million viewers on FS1. This is up from the 2.82 million that watched the same race in the same television window and network last year. The race peaked at 3,516,000 viewers during the 7:00-7:15 p.m. quarter hour ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    USA beats Canada in World Baseball Classic to maintain American sports dominance over northern neighbor
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:32:52 GMT
    Team USA defeats Canada 5-3 in 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, marking the third U.S. victory over Canada in major international competition in the past month.

    Vance touts Trump economy gains during North Carolina tour, cites rising home purchases
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:08:22 GMT
    VP JD Vance claims economy improving in North Carolina campaign visit, touts rising home purchases and falling rents while campaigning for GOP candidates.

    12-year-old dies days after violent school bus fight caught on video in Atlanta suburb
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:05:07 GMT
    Tragic fight in Villa Rica, Georgia, leaves 12-year-old Jada West dead after reportedly suffering seizures and cardiac arrest following the incident.

    Team USA baseball manager Mark DeRosa responds to criticism amid mounting controversy
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:03:52 GMT
    Mark DeRosa responded to World Baseball Classic criticism as Team USA advanced to the knockout rounds despite a controversial loss to Italy in pool play.

    Travel agencies warn spring break tourists about Mexico safety risks after recent surge of cartel violence
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:59:54 GMT
    Travel agencies advise heightened caution for Mexico trips as cartel conflicts created temporary violence spikes in popular resort regions last month, with safety varying significantly by state.

    Former Gettysburg mayor arrested on child sex abuse charges weeks after resignation
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:59:30 GMT
    Former Gettysburg Mayor Chad Alan-Carr faces child sex charges after resigning just two weeks into his term, allegedly grooming a teenage boy through theater connections.

    Trump administration says Colorado school district may have put up to 61 male students on girls sports teams
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:36:23 GMT
    A Colorado school district was found by U.S. Department of Education to be in violation of Title IX for allegedly allowing male students access to female bathrooms and girls sports.

    PR exec demands Senate Dems apologize for spreading 'falsehoods' about him during heated Noem hearing
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:26:47 GMT
    CEO Benjamin Yoho demanded an apology from Senate Democrats who accused him of using his DHS insider wife to secure $143 million in contracts. He says he got $226,000.

    Vance reveals $19B fraud uncovered in Minneapolis, hints California is next target
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:25:36 GMT
    JD Vance alleges $19 billion in fraud was discovered in Minneapolis, and the Trump administration may target California for its next major federal investigation.

    Man accused of attacking TSA officers, seriously injuring Dallas cop at airport
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:11:44 GMT
    A California man faces 20 years in prison after allegedly assaulting TSA officers and injuring a Dallas police officer at Love Field Airport in a violent incident.

    High school senior charged with 'random' murder after 68-year-old woman found dead in Massachusetts home
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:36:20 GMT
    Massachusetts teenager Anthony DeMayo, 18, was charged with murder in an alleged random attack that killed Janet Swallow, 68, in her Danvers home Thursday.

    Manhunt for Louisiana man wanted in deadly crash who may have fled state or country continues into sixth month
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:53:59 GMT
    A manhunt continues for Louisiana man Manmeet Singh, 30, who was charged with vehicular manslaughter after allegedly killing Patricia Saidu, 21, in a wrong-way crash.

    Trump welcomes PRCA, WPRA champions at White House in return of rodeo tradition
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:51:06 GMT
    Rodeo buckle winners visited the White House for the first time in more than four decades when President Donald Trump hosted PRCA and WPRA world champions.

    White House erupts over CNN report claiming Trump team underestimated Iran response on Hormuz
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:48:16 GMT
    The White House press secretary denied a CNN report claiming the Trump team was unprepared for the potential Iranian closure of the Strait of Hormuz, calling it "fake news."

    Give the government an inch and they'll seize your $200k home for a $2k debt
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:45:02 GMT
    Supreme Court hears Pung family case after Isabella County, Mich., foreclosed on $200,000 home over disputed $2,000 tax debt, keeping $118,000 in equity.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    Phil Krueger, 2-time Indy 500 starter, dies at 74
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:22:14 GMT
    Krueger, who entered ten Indy 500s from 1981 through 1991, died Feb. 9 after sustaining injuries from a fall at his home in Freetown, according to his obituary.

    President Trump announces new IndyCar race in Washington, DC
    Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:18:50 GMT
    An executive order says the Freedom 250 will run near the National Mall in conjunction with the celebration of America's 250th birthday.

    Tim Cindric returns to Team Penske as Scott McLaughlin's race strategist
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 22:56:09 GMT
    Cindric had previously been the team president and race strategist for Josef Newgarden.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    WNBA: Urgent need to reach new CBA by Monday
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert told reporters on Friday that there's urgency to get a new collective bargaining agreement done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the preseason calendar, including training camp and preseason games.

    U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada on Friday night, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.

    Bradley beats buzzer to put Arizona in Big 12 final
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Jaden Bradley hit a fallaway jumper at the buzzer to send No. 2 Arizona to the Big 12 tournament finals with an 82-80 win over Iowa State on Friday night.

    Leafs star Matthews (knee) to miss rest of season
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has a torn MCL in his left knee and will miss the rest of the NHL season.

    Wilson returns as Thorns secure NWSL opener win
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Sophia Wilson's return and Olivia Moultrie's winning strike highlighted the National Women's Soccer League season opener in the Portland Thorns' victory over the Washington Spirit on Friday night.

    MAC commish predicts 2 bids after Miami (OH) loss
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    MAC commissioner Jon A. Steinbrecher is confident his conference will get two teams into the NCAA tournament for the first time in 27 years despite Miami (Ohio) losing to UMass in the league quarterfinals after going 31-0 in the regular season.

    Seahawks GM: State tax law could impact club
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said he believed Washington state's new income tax on high earners would eventually have a negative impact on the team's ability to sign free agents.

    McIlroy says back improving, 'happy' to make cut
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Rory McIlroy wasn't sure he could play in the Players Championship because of back spasms. Now he's happy to get to play for two more days.

    ? Passan's ultimate MLB season preview
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:46:20 EST
    Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.

    Men's Bracketology: The SEC teams that will sweat out Selection Sunday
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:32:08 EST
    Texas, Oklahoma and Auburn are all hanging around the cutline. Only the Sooners can currently control their destiny.

    Men's Bubble Watch: UCLA graduates to a 'lock' with win over Michigan State
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:06:34 EST
    The Bruins held on to beat the Spartans in the Big Ten quarterfinals to solidify their NCAA tournament résumé.

    Women's Bracketology: Bubble fate could boil down to Princeton and Ivy final
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:43:00 EST
    Richmond, Nebraska and Arizona State will breathe easier if Princeton wins the Ivy and keeps it a one-bid league.

    Women's freshman impact rankings: The top 10 (plus 1) to end the regular season
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:43:00 EST
    Five players crack the final rankings, but none unseat Jazzy Davidson or Aliyah Chavez from Nos. 1 and 2.

    Where nine of the best remaining NFL free agents should sign: We found perfect landing spots
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:05:21 EST
    Where should Jauan Jennings, Joey Bosa and Rasheed Walker sign? Which roster needs Kirk Cousins? Let's find new homes for nine players still looking for one.

    Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:05:21 EST
    We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.

    2026 Players Championship: Looking ahead to the weekend at TPC Sawgrass
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:05:44 EST
    Here's what we're watching for the rest of the way.

    Saints' Etienne corrects how to say his name
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:44:24 EST
    Travis Etienne says we've been pronouncing his name wrong.

    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?