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Forza Horizon 6 is dropping a long-standing feature ? players move to protest
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:29:22 +0000
Forza Horizon 6 lets go of Social Clubs after Microsoft does, but maybe this doesn't have to be the end?

Do you know everyone in your meeting? ? Microsoft Teams is ready to boot bots out.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:01:54 +0000
Malicious bots can sit in on company calls to obtain sensitive data. A new Microsoft Teams feature keeps them locked out.

A laptop with more ports than you'd ever need AND two disc drives? ? This viral gaming rig from 20 years ago channels peak Alienware energy
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:13:10 +0000
Seeing old gaming laptops from 20 years ago get some love is always fun, and this gargantuan model has been making waves this week. Here's what it really is and what it had inside.

I polled over 14,000 Xbox gamers on exclusivity ? only 12.4% said Xbox should have zero exclusive games
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:44 +0000
Incoming Xbox CEO Asha Sharma will have to navigate the rather fractious debate on whether or not Xbox Series X|S or Helix should have exclusive games.

Helium might be the perfect web browser ? a cross-platform antidote to Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:50:06 +0000
If you're tired of your web browser shoving AI and endless features in your face, then Helium might be just what you've been looking for.

Windows 11?s app identity crisis is finally ending ? but Microsoft still can?t figure out how numbers work
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:33:22 +0000
The latest update to WinUI Gallery helps developers make more polished Windows app. But the version number could use some polish.

Microsoft Copilot is getting its own "Snipping Tool" for sharing screenshots directly to the AI in Windows ? and it's more privacy-friendly than Windows Recall
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:01:36 +0000
Microsoft is developing a screenshot tool for Copilot to help users "communicate visual context more easily and receive more accurate, actionable assistance."

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella praises Intel and even Apple as critical parts of its own huge success ? "Without Mac, I wonder whether Office would have happened"
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:57:07 +0000
CEO Satya Nadella credits Intel and Apple for shaping Windows and Office, revealing how Microsoft?s biggest products might not have happened without them.

Slay the Spire 2 dev throws playful shade at Marathon after flying past its player count on the Steam charts ? "Don't let small indie passion projects like this pass you by"
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:42:59 +0000
Both Marathon and Slay the Spire 2 have launched on the same day, and so far, Mega Crit's roguelike deckbuilder is more popular than Bungie's FPS on PC.

Battlefield 6 producer says devs can't make new maps faster because "we?re a team of a certain size" ? 4 studios are working on EA's best-selling shooter
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:07:43 +0000
Fans of Battlefield 6 want its devs to add new maps to the shooter faster, but the game's producer says they "don?t want to sacrifice quality."

"What happens if we turn this up to 11?" ? how the Diablo 4 developers approached their own version of the Warlock
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:55:09 +0000
Diablo 4 developers reveal the mechanical and thematic DNA of the upcoming Warlock class. Launching on April 28 with the Lord of Hatred expansion, we got to try it for the first time.

Xbox's next console "Project Helix" codename revealed ? CEO Asha Sharma re-affirms new Xbox-PC hybrid is on the way
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:52:00 +0000
Microsoft's next-gen Xbox console comes into focus, as Asha Sharma re-affirms commitment to first-party hardware.

ARC Raiders recorded private Discord DM messages between players in "serious privacy and security violations" ? Embark promises that your data is safe
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:48:31 +0000
An issue with ARC Raiders' Discord integration led to the game recording private DM messages between players in "serious privacy and security violations."

The Warlock is Diablo 4's "heavy metal" new class, but while you wait, you can play Paladin for free or earn some DOOM crossover cosmetics
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:46:16 +0000
Blizzard showed more of the Diablo 4 Warlock, new Butcher themed season and some upcoming DOOM cosmetics.

Windows 11?s March 2026 update is packing 9 new upgrades you?ll actually notice
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:57:31 +0000
Windows 11 March 2026 update adds native Sysmon, WebP wallpapers, Taskbar speed test, Quick Machine Recovery for Pro, and more.


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    Alex Bowman will miss Phoenix NASCAR Cup race, suffering from vertigo
    Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:34:40 +0000
    32-year-old Alex Bowman had to step out of the #48 Hendrick Chevrolet in the middle of last weekend's NASCAR Cup race at Circuit of the Americas. The team lost five laps as Myatt Snider got behind the wheel, finishing the race.
    Since then, Bowman was evaluated by medical professionals and has now been diagnosed with vertigo. He will sit out the Phoenix race this weekend entirely, and has been ...Keep reading

    How to watch the NASCAR and IndyCar doubleheader at Phoenix
    Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:52:19 +0000
    Tyler Reddick leads the NASCAR Cup championship standings after winning three consecutive races to open the 2026 season in a feat never seen before in the history of the sport.
    And speaking of dominant showings, four-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou won the season-opener in St. Pete by over ten seconds.
    Now, the top level of stock car racing and open-wheel racing in the United States are ...Keep reading

    Judge overseeing Gibbs v Gabehart and Spires issues formal restraining order
    Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:49:18 +0000
    As decided on Monday by Judge Susan C. Rodriguez of the Western District of North Carolina, Chris Gabehart will be permitted to continue working for Spire Motorsports but also under a limited restraining order regarding anything that overlapped with his previous duties at Joe Gibbs Racing.
    Gabehart and Spire have been sued by JGR for over $8 million in damages alleging a ?brazen scheme? to ...Keep reading

    Tyler Reddick's next NASCAR record challenge: The rare four-peat
    Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:31:46 +0000
    Last year, Christopher Bell became the first driver in the Next Gen era (2022 onward) to win three consecutive Cup races, with Tyler Reddick recently becoming the second. However, Reddick is now the only driver in the 78-year history of NASCAR to win the first three races of a new season, winning two drafting tracks and a road course.
    Since the modern era of NASCAR began in 1972, only eight ...Keep reading

    US-Iran war impacts NASCAR TV ratings across COTA, St. Pete
    Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:08:53 +0000
    The NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday at Circuit of the Americas drew 3.933 million viewers on over-the-air FOX.
    This number is down from the 4.132 million this same race earned last year but there are several broader television factors to consider when parsing the numbers. Due to the United States military action in Iran over the weekend, cable television networks saw a 93 percent ...Keep reading

    NASCAR suspends two Ross Chastain crew members for runaway wheel
    Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:16:03 +0000
    After starting from the outside of the front row and winning Stage 1, Ross Chastain was in position to have a great day the Circuit of the Americas (COTA).
    Unfortunately, while in contention for a top ten following the final green-flag pit stop of the day, Chastain's car spun wildly on entry to what is Turn 19 on the full course layout, tearing through the gravel as the right-rear wheel ...Keep reading

    NASCAR Cup spotter to make ARCA driving debut at Hickory
    Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:30:17 +0000
    By every definition, Derek Kneeland is a racer.
    He is a racer when he climbs the ladder each week to serve as spotter for Kyle Busch and Austin Hill at Richard Childress Racing. He is a racer when he gets behind the wheel of a Pro Late Model several times a year as his schedule permits.
    And to wit, the 39-year-old will be a racer on Saturday, March 28 when he makes his ARCA East debut at ...Keep reading

    What is causing all of these cool suit failures in NASCAR?
    Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:11:48 +0000
    There were a handful of cool suit system failures in the NASCAR Cup race at the Circuit of the Americas and while many might want to place the blame on faulty hardware the root cause is actually a bit more complex and often due to team choices for performance.
    A cool suit system typically consists of a small box that is a miniaturized air conditioning unit which has an input and output for a ...Keep reading

    Winners and losers from NASCAR's first road course of 2026 at COTA
    Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:39:20 +0000
    23XI Racing and Tyler Reddick have managed to do what has never been done before, winning the first three races of a new NASCAR Cup season. Shane van Gisbergen finished second, and Christopher Bell was third.
    The race was fairly clean, with only one natural caution and only one car failing to reach the checkered flag. However, there was still plenty of drama, and even a mid-race driver change! ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Tariff refunds won't come for weeks, Trump admin tells Clinton-appointed judge
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:05:31 GMT
    Federal judge orders multibillion-dollar refund process for Trump tariffs ruled illegal by Supreme Court, affecting over 1,000 companies who paid duties.

    Suns star Dillon Brooks arrested in Phoenix on suspicion of DUI
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:05:01 GMT
    Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Scottsdale on Friday shortly after his team's loss to the Chicago Bulls.

    Democrats pressure Mike Johnson to keep House in Washington over 'rapidly developing' Iran operation
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:00:43 GMT
    House Democrats demand Speaker Mike Johnson cancel next week's recess, citing Iran threats and the loss of U.S. troops.

    Mamdani's wife liked social media posts 'cheering on' Hamas' Oct 7 massacre of Israelis: report
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:58:46 GMT
    A Friday report from Jewish Insider alleged that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, liked social media posts celebrating Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

    Mike Johnson slams Democrats for putting 'illegal aliens' over Americans as DHS shutdown continues
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:58:05 GMT
    Rep. Mike Johnson claims Democrats prioritize illegal aliens over Americans as DHS funding remains blocked, warning of potential sleeper cells across the country.

    Newsom declares ?Trump is in retreat? after Noem ouster, demands Miller be ?next?
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:55:45 GMT
    Gavin Newsom calls Trump's firing of Kristi Noem is the latest sign of decline for the Republican president

    Shadow fleet under fire: Iran?s strait shutdown could squeeze Russia?s war chest, China?s oil lifeline
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:48:13 GMT
    Iran's military strikes reportedly threaten shadow oil networks, potentially raising energy costs for Russia and China amid ongoing international sanctions.

    Illegal immigrant charged with voting in Pennsylvania in 5 presidential elections
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:41:34 GMT
    Mauritanian man allegedly voted in five presidential elections in Pennsylvania despite being ordered deported from the U.S. in 2000, prosecutors said.

    Mullin promises to earn Dem votes as GOP colleagues pounce on his seat
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:35:44 GMT
    Oklahoma Republicans rush to claim Sen. Markwayne Mullin's Senate seat after his nomination to run DHS, with Reps. Stephanie Bice and Kevin Hern eyeing the job.

    DOJ appeals Biden-appointed judge?s block on third-country deportations after Supreme Court steps in ? twice
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:28:24 GMT
    DOJ appeals federal judge's block on Trump deportation policy after Supreme Court twice overruled similar orders in high-stakes immigration battle.

    WWE NXT star Kelani Jordan taking advice of MMA vet ahead of underground match vs Lola Vice
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:26:13 GMT
    WWE NXT star Kelani Jordan talked to Fox News Digital about her upcoming underground match against Lola Vice at Vengeance Day on Saturday night.

    Iran proxies wage war on Israel, threaten US interests as Iraq slammed for not disarming them
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:25:04 GMT
    Tension in the Middle East continue to escalate as Iran-aligned Iraqi militias expand targets from military bases to oil facilities, threatening regional stability.

    This week's best tech deals: Save up to 58% on Jackery, Apple, Bose and more
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:23:34 GMT
    This week?s best tech deals include HP laptops, refurbished Sony and Apple products and spring-ready tech for cleaning.

    13 easy backyard upgrades to refresh your outdoor space, starting at $23
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:21:39 GMT
    Give your yard a makeover with these deals starting at $20. From string lights and fire pits to planters and lounge sets, these outdoor finds are up to 68% off.

    Daryl Hannah slams JFK Jr drama 'Love Story' for 'false' portrayal of tumultuous relationship
    Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:17:49 GMT
    Daryl Hannah slams Ryan Murphy's "Love Story" portrayal of her JFK Jr. relationship, calling the depiction "not accurate" and denying she ever used cocaine.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    Indy 500 champ Josef Newgarden is still getting acclimated to seeing former teammates in new places
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:36:15 GMT
    Newgarden is still trying to get acclimated to seeing longtime teammate Will Power and Ron Ruzewski, Penske?s ex-managing director, working together at a rival team.

    Alex Palou ordered to pay McLaren Racing $12M in breach of contract suit
    Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:07:19 GMT
    It is not clear if Chip Ganassi, the team owner Palou drives for in IndyCar, is covering any of the losses.

    Why Colton Herta is leaving IndyCar for junior series F2
    Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:43:19 GMT
    Herta says he hopes to race in the Indianapolis 500, despite potential conflicts with his F2 schedule.

    Will Power is determined to make Penske regret writing him off as he joins Andretti
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:19:50 GMT
    Power's determination and experience are expected to boost Andretti's performance this season.

    Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon receives a knighthood from New Zealand
    Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:22:56 GMT
    ?I?ve been called a lot of things, but I never thought that ?Sir? was going to be one of them," Dixon said.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Men's Bracketology: Rating Miami (Ohio) and other potential bid thieves
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:11:22 EST
    Last year, we had no bid thieves -- but as Champ Week gets underway, plenty of teams look vulnerable.

    Men's Bubble Watch: Iowa still looks tourney-bound; streaking USF needs some help
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:11:22 EST
    The Hawkeyes nearly pulled an upset, solidifying their slot. USF keeps winning, but that might not be enough.

    Sources: Raiders set to release veteran QB Smith
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    The Raiders are set to release quarterback Geno Smith, barring a trade, before the start of the new league year, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

    Source: Rams re-sign Curl in another DB splash
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    The Rams are re-signing safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract, a source confirmed to ESPN.

    Sources: Watson deal reworked to shrink cap hit
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    The Browns have once again restructured the contract of quarterback Deshaun Watson, league sources confirmed to ESPN, a move that frees close to $36 million in cap space and lowers what was the largest cap hit in the NFL in 2026.

    Suns forward Brooks arrested on suspected DUI
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona, police said.

    Hawks send Foligno to play with brother on Wild
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    The Wild have added Bobby Brink in a trade with the Philadelphia Flyers, a source told ESPN's Greg Wyshynski. The Minnesota native has 13 goals and 13 assists this season.

    PFL severs ties with combat sports star Ngannou
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    Combat sports star Francis Ngannou, who has competed in both MMA and boxing in recent years, is a free agent after his release by the PFL.

    Ohtani hits grand slam as Japan cruises in WBC
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    Shohei Ohtani hit a grand slam in the second inning as Japan hammered Taiwan 13-0 to win its opener at the World Baseball Classic.

    Chargers ink Biadasz to replace retired Bozeman
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    The Chargers and free agent center Tyler Biadasz have agreed to a deal, the team announced Friday. Biadasz will replace Bradley Bozeman, who retired last week.

    ? Hoops coach allegedly moonlighted as a pimp
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:40:17 EST
    Multiple dismissals have occurred at Cal State Bakersfield as an investigation probes who knew what and when.

    Live NHL trade tracker for 2025-26: All the deals made before March 6 deadline
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 11:12:32 EST
    Catch up on all the deals made, along with analysis from our reporters.

    Wyshynski's NHL trade tier rankings: Who's still left on the market?
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 11:12:59 EST
    Deadline day is here, with many teams seeking to bolster their rosters for a deep run this spring.

    2026 NFL free agency: Biggest needs, predictions for 32 teams
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:31:51 EST
    Malik Willis, Tyler Linderbaum, Mike Evans and Jaelan Phillips are worth keeping an eye on when free agency opens March 11.

    Projecting contracts for 20 free agents: Can Alec Pierce earn north of $25M per year?
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:31:51 EST
    Dan Graziano made calls around the NFL to get a sense of how contracts might look for 20 free agents.

    Why Tatum is coming back now and what it means for Boston
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:54:25 EST
    Here's the latest on Tatum's return to Boston after a devastating Achilles injury -- and how it could shift the NBA's balance of power with just weeks to go in the season.

    Barnwell: Sizing up the DJ Moore, Trent McDuffie blockbuster trades from all angles
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:47:16 EST
    The NFL's trade market has been active, with the Bills dealing for DJ Moore and the Rams adding Trent McDuffie. What do the moves mean for all four teams?

    DJ Moore to Bills: Bears to eye Linderbaum? Impact on Allen, draft
    Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:47:16 EST
    Will trading Moore's contract enable Chicago to bolster its offensive line? That's one of eight questions we answer.