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President's Day has conceived a $500 saving on this high-performing laptop we rated 4.5/5 stars ? packing an OLED display and Ryzen AI 9 365 CPU
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
President's Day is drawing closer, and more laptop discounts are cropping up to celebrate, like Best Buy's 33% bargain for the reliable and slick ASUS Zenbook S 16 laptop.

"This vertical mouse will blow your mind" ? The Logitech ergo mouse I recommend to solve wrist and forearm pain is down to the lowest price of the year
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:05:20 +0000
Logitech's MX Vertical is the mouse I always recommend first when I hear someone complaining about wrist or forearm pain, and right now you can pick it up for a lot less than normal during President's Day weekend.

What's the best Fallout game? As Season 2 of the TV show aired, we asked you ? here's what you said (and why I'm not surprised)
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:29:59 +0000
Which Fallout game is the best? We asked our readers that question, and the answer we got was clear ? and with a few surprises in the results.

Call of Duty is gifting everyone the recent Black Ops 7 event rewards after leaderboard bugs ? even if you didn't play it
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:41:34 +0000
The recent leaderboard event on Black Ops 7 Zombies newest map, Mars Survival, was so bug-ridden that all players will get the rewards.

One of the best RPGs I've ever played just came to Xbox Game Pass, and got a free next-gen upgrade update too ? trust me, you don't want to miss this one
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:19:05 +0000
Kingdom Come: Deliverance stands as one of the best RPGs of the last generation, and now it's on Xbox Game Pass ? and with a free next-gen update, too.

Xbox is quietly shutting down a pretty major console feature ? here's when it's going away
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:56:18 +0000
Xbox is shutting down Social Clubs on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in April 2026. Here is what is changing, what happens to existing clubs, and how players can stay connected using other features.

Quality Thunderbolt 5 docks don't get any cheaper than this ? Wavlink's new Thunderlight station is an easy recommendation at full price, never mind this limited-time deal
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:33:23 +0000
Wavlink's Thunderlight docking station proves that Thunderbolt 5 docks don't have to cost an arm and a leg. This limited-time deal is indeed very limited, so don't wait too long.

Helldivers 2 hackers just tried cheating the Cyberstan Major Order with "in-game exploits," but the devs cracked down ? and now it's harder for everyone
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:08:28 +0000
After Helldivers 2 cheaters used "in-game exploits" to try and get an easy Major Order win, the Battle for Cyberstan just became harder. Thanks, "dissidents."

One of the first Copilot PCs with 120Hz AMOLED is now under $900 and still holds up surprisingly well
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:00:36 +0000
We have found a massive 33% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge, one of the first laptops ever made with Copilot+ AI that still holds up today with its Snapdragon X Elite CPU, vibrant AMOLED display, and other rich features.

Microsoft warns attackers can secretly manipulate AI recommendations
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:40:32 +0000
Microsoft has warned of a new tactic called AI Recommendation Poisoning, where hidden instructions inside links can manipulate an assistant?s memory and bias future recommendations. The company advises users to review and clear saved AI memories to reduce risk.

Is this former PlayStation exclusive hinting at a possible Xbox version?
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:32:26 +0000
Shift Up has stated it is reviewing platform expansion beyond PS5 and PC for Stellar Blade, positioning 2026 as a transitional year for the franchise and sparking speculation about a possible Xbox release.

This new open-source tool brings Warcraft flair and classic Wololo sounds to your coding workflow
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:00:48 +0000
Coding doesn't have to be boring; you can spice it up a little bit and work work like a Peon! Add PeonPing to your AI coding app, and you'll never be held back by a silent terminal again.

Windows 11 is testing new 2026 features ? and some of them are already changing how the OS feels
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:01:15 +0000
Check out the latest Windows 11 Insider builds in 2026, including System Monitor, AI Narrator, camera updates, and WebP desktop backgrounds.

Lenovo's "Mac Mini competitor" is a perfect Windows PC for productivity ? and it's also never been cheaper than right now during President's Day sales
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:31:50 +0000
Lenovo's IdeaCentre Mini x is a compact PC with some impressive specs, including a Snapdragon SoC and 32GB of RAM. We loved it enough to give it a Best Award, and we know you'll love this massive 34% discount available for a limited time.

Someone got Minecraft running on a Sega Saturn and it?s as ridiculous as it sounds
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:16:31 +0000
A developer has successfully ported a playable version of Minecraft to the Sega Saturn. While currently limited in features, the homebrew project allows players to place and destroy blocks.


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    How to watch the 2026 Daytona 500, full NASCAR Speedweek schedule
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:05:47 +0000
    Kyle Busch is 0-20 in NASCAR's biggest race, but he earned pole position on Wednesday for Richard Childress Racing. Chase Briscoe of Joe Gibbs Racing will join him on the front row.
    Joey Logano and Chase Elliott won the Duel qualifying races on Thursday, while Chandler Smith completed a heroic four-wide pass for the win to secure victory in the Truck Series season-opener on Friday. Austin Hill ...Keep reading

    25 years after the death of Dale Earnhardt, we remember NASCAR's darkest day
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:11:53 +0000
    It is impossible to understate the impact Dale Earnhardt had on NASCAR, and the void left when he died on the final lap of the 2001 Daytona 500. 
    At the time, he was holding back several cars while the two he owned -- the No. 15 of Michael Waltrip and the No. 8 of his son, Dale Earnhardt Jr., drove off to a Dale Earnhardt Inc. (DEI) 1-2 finish. But mere seconds from finishing third right ...Keep reading

    Ryan Preece leads final Daytona 500 practice, despite handling concerns
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:03:26 +0000
    The third and final practice for the 68th running of the Daytona 500 was very calm, and there were no issues.
    Of the 41 starters, only 18 actually chose to go out on track. There was some drafting, and the biggest pack formed early with RFK Racing and Team Penske Fords, but also a handful of Chevrolets that joined them.
    Jimmie Johnson was the only Toyota driver to even go out on track, and ...Keep reading

    NASCAR moves up start time of Daytona 500 due to incoming storms
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:16:23 +0000
    After historic snow postponed the Clash at Bowman Gray several days into the week, NASCAR has enjoyed optimal weather for Speedweek at Daytona. However, there is a real threat of thunderstorms on Sunday, and it's all about when -- not if -- the bad weather will arrive.
    In a proactive move, NASCAR has moved up the start of the 68th running of the Daytona 500 a full hour to 1:30pm EST. The NASCAR ...Keep reading

    Why the 2027 Daytona 500 is the end of a road for Jimmie Johnson
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:31:47 +0000
    Jimmie Johnson will end his NASCAR Cup Series career a year from now with 702 starts in the 69th Daytona 500.
    Sure, his full-time career with Hendrick Motorsports ended after the 2020 season and then came a chapter that included IMSA and IndyCar with Chip Ganassi Racing but the seven-time Cup champion returned home as a team owner with Legacy Motor Club in 2023.
    Since then, Johnson has made ...Keep reading

    Austin Dillon leads Friday's Daytona 500 practice
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:38:05 +0000
    The second practice session for the Daytona 500 is complete, and there were no issues during the hour-long session. Manufacturers stayed with their own, running carefully coordinated groups to minimize risk.
    Chevrolet had the biggest group, so it's no surprise that bowties dominated the top ten on the speed. Austin Dillon led the way in the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet (195.63mph) ...Keep reading

    NASCAR's current OEMs committed to internal combustion horsepower
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:53:18 +0000
    At least for the time being, NASCAR?s identity is internal combustion engines that making loud noises and relate to a majority of the American consumer.
    While the Sanctioning Body continues development on a prototype race car that can adapt to any alternative fuel or power source, all four manufacturers that compete across the three national tours are content with the internal combustion ...Keep reading

    All ways NASCAR teams are honoring Greg Biffle at Daytona
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:05:22 +0000
    On December 18th, 2025, a plane crashed in Statesville, North Carolina. There were seven lives lost in that accident -- Dennis Dutton and his son Jack,  Craig Wadsworth, but also NASCAR legend Greg Biffle alongside his wife Cristina, their son Ryder, and his daughter Emma.
    Biffle was a champion of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, as well as the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. He went on ...Keep reading

    Hendrick would have signed Kyle Larson to lifetime deal if he could
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:11:53 +0000
    The last time Hendrick Motorsports had a tandem like Kyle Larson and Cliff Daniels, the driver (Jeff Gordon) was signed to a lifetime contract and the crew chief (Ray Evernham) left to form a factory team for Dodge.
    Rick Hendrick was very adamant, with the two-time champions both on a contract year, to not lose his latest dynasty to any sort of free agency or market shift.
    ?Well, it was ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Obama says aliens 'are real, but I haven't seen them' in recent podcast interview
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:33:06 GMT
    Former President Barack Obama says aliens "are real" but denies Area 51 conspiracy theories during Saturday podcast interview with Brian Tyler Cohen.

    AG Pam Bondi announces 'all' Epstein files have been released, listing over 300 high-profile names
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:27:26 GMT
    Attorney General Pam Bondi announces complete release of all Epstein files with no redactions for embarrassment or political sensitivity concerns.

    Prince William, Kate Middleton prioritize family over duty as shown by handling of cancer diagnosis: author
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:57:52 GMT
    Prince William and Kate Middleton prioritize family over royal duties, a royal author said, pointing to how the couple handled her cancer treatment as an example.

    Hillary Clinton says migration 'went too far' and 'needs to be fixed in a humane way'
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:41:38 GMT
    Hillary Clinton appears to shift stance on immigration, calling migration "disruptive" and advocating for secure borders at Munich Security Conference.

    Olympic hockey fans raise Greenland's flag during USA's dominant win over Denmark, sparking viral reaction
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 01:38:03 GMT
    European fans waved Greenland's flag during Team USA's 6-3 win over Denmark in Olympic hockey amid President Donald Trump's acquisition plans.

    Rubio meets with Zelenskyy ahead of crucial Geneva talks, says Trump wants solution that 'ends bloodshed'
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 01:03:56 GMT
    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Munich Saturday. He also said he spoke with Trump envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

    Canada's curling team accuses Sweden of filming violation in response to Olympic cheating allegations
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:49:24 GMT
    Canada's curling team fires back at Sweden after the Swedes accused Canadians of cheating at the Winter Olympics. Marc Kennedy alleged Sweden planned to catch teams breaking rules.

    Global protests call for Iran regime change in major cities worldwide after bloody crackdown
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:46:28 GMT
    Over 250,000 anti-Iran regime protesters rally in Munich as Global Day of Action demonstrations span major cities worldwide calling for leadership change.

    Over 190,000 'lethal' doses of cocaine seized in Valentine's Day week bust at southern border
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:47:28 GMT
    CBP officers seized 516 pounds of alleged cocaine worth $6.8 million hidden in flower truck at Laredo's World Trade Bridge border crossing during an inspection.

    US hockey team storms back from early deficit to crush Denmark in dominant performance
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:27:05 GMT
    Team USA rallied from a 2-1 deficit to beat Denmark at the Milan Cortina Olympics, firing 47 shots and getting goals from six different players to stay in the hunt for gold.

    Ilia Malinin postpones press conference a day after eighth-place Olympic finish
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:16:11 GMT
    USA Olympic figure skater Ilia Malinin finished eighth after falling twice during his performance, shocking fans who expected the American star to win gold.

    6 foods even Guy Fieri refuses to eat ? some common, some bizarre
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:09:30 GMT
    Food Network's Guy Fieri won't eat these six common foods, from ghost peppers to scrambled eggs. The "Triple D" host's food aversions may shock you.

    Brooks Nader admits ?chasing perfection? in Hollywood was a mistake after dissolving her fillers
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:54:28 GMT
    Brooks Nader reveals why she dissolved her facial fillers after fans said she "looked 40." The 29-year-old model shares her transformation journey.

    Casey Wasserman selling agency after flirtatious Ghislaine Maxwell emails surface, clients leave: report
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:48:16 GMT
    Sports agent Casey Wasserman has reportedly informed staff of his plan to sell his talent agency after the release of flirtatious emails with Ghislaine Maxwell.

    SEN McCORMICK: Secretary Rubio sets the course for NATO?s future. Will Europe listen?
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:38:51 GMT
    Marco Rubio warned European NATO allies about policies of managed decline at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing the need to defend Western Civilization.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    TTU rides Toppin gem to upset of No. 1 Arizona
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    Texas Tech's JT Toppin finished Saturday's upset overtime win vs. No. 1 Arizona with 31 points, 13 rebounds, three assists, two steals and a block.

    Silver considering all fixes for NBA's tanking issue
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    NBA commissioner Adam Silver called tanking the worst it has been in "recent memory" and said he's not ruling out any potential remedy, including taking away draft picks, to stop overt tanking.

    Dame claims 3rd title; Johnson wins dunk contest
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    Damian Lillard, nine months after undergoing surgery on his torn Achilles, won his third All-Star 3-point contest to tie with Larry Bird and Craig Hodges for the most ever.

    A. Kim scores first win since 2010 in LIV stunner
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    Anthony Kim, who needed to play a qualifying tournament last month just to get another season on the LIV Tour, capped a remarkable career comeback by winning LIV Golf Adelaide on Sunday.

    Sources: MAC to add Sac State for football in '26
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    The MAC presidents have voted to formally add FCS Sacramento State into the league as a football-only member starting in 2026, sources told ESPN.

    Eichel, Tkachuk rally unbeaten U.S. past Denmark
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    The U.S. men's Olympic hockey team rode its top line to a 6-3 win over Denmark and remain tied with also-unbeaten Canada going into the final day of the preliminary round.

    UConn, UCLA top projected women's top 16 seeds
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Vanderbilt are the projected No. 1 seeds in the women's NCAA tournament, it was announced Saturday.

    Sources: Raiders promoting Leonard to DC
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    The Raiders are promoting run game coordinator/defensive line coach Rob Leonard to defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

    ? One key offseason question for every NFL team
    Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:54:29 EST
    Which teams will make a splash move? Which teams must make adjustments? We answered big offseason questions.

    Slam dunks, global games, emerging stars: The biggest takeaways from All-Star Weekend
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:04:11 EST
    Our experts break down what to watch over the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend and their picks for contests, competitions and more.

    2026 Winter Olympics: Mikaela Shiffrin skis, USA men's hockey back in action and more from Milan Cortina
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:09:01 EST
    Sunday at the Winter Olympics includes Mikaela Shiffrin skiing in giant slalom, Erin Jackson defending her 500m speedskating gold and USA men's hockey taking on Germany.

    Two games, two wins: Grades, big questions after Team USA's dramatic win over Denmark
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:19:09 EST
    It was closer than many predicted, but a win is a win. Here's how it went down, and what comes next.

    USA defeats Denmark 6-3: Top moments from Olympic men's hockey
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:08:12 EST
    After some drama, the United States runs its tournament record to 2-0-0-0.

    2026 Daytona 500 preview: Your cheat sheet to the Great American Race
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:37:23 EST
    Impress your friends by repeating ESPN's easy-to-learn fun facts about the Great American Race ahead of this year's edition of the Daytona 500.

    Not done yet: Mohamed Salah sparkles in Liverpool's FA Cup win
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:14:59 EST
    Mohamed Salah turning in a memorable performance in front of an adoring Anfield crowd? No, it's not 2024, but it sure felt like it on Saturday night in Liverpool.

    11 draft prospects with a true first-round grade
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:28:35 EST
    There's a difference between going in Round 1 and being graded in Round 1, so who makes the list?

    Beyond dunking: Mac McClung's quest for full NBA roster status
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:40:08 EST
    Jumping over cars -- and Shaq -- wins fans but doesn't translate into the talents recruiters want to see

    Men's Bracketology: Don't sleep on this year's bubble
    Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:11:21 EST
    The Last Four In and First Four Out groupings feature teams with big wins -- and high potential for March.