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This popular MMO is coming soon to Xbox consoles exclusively, at least for now ? it's free to play, and getting a big visual upgrade too
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:37:23 +0000
The popular sandbox MMO Albion Online is headed to Xbox Series X|S in April, and for the time being, it will be exclusive to Xbox in the console space.

Razer unveils Viper V4 Pro with 50K sensor, 8,000Hz polling, and an optical scroll wheel
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:17:03 +0000
The Razer Viper V4 Pro features a 50K sensor, 180-hour battery life, and a more durable optical scroll wheel in a 49g symmetrical design.

Xbox publishing lead says devs should get ready for the next-gen Project Helix console by "developing for Xbox on PC" ? and by supporting this key feature
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:21:53 +0000
Want your game to run natively on the next-gen Xbox console Project Helix? Microsoft says you should be developing for Xbox on PC" and Xbox Play Anywhere.

Microsoft's new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is considering making Game Pass cheaper after last year's price hike ? "lower-priced tiers" could be on the way
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:14:59 +0000
Xbox's new CEO Asha Sharma is reportedly exploring bringing "lower-priced tiers" to Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service in order to attract new customers.

Xbox and Netflix have ?kicked around ideas? ? could a Game Pass bundle be in our future?
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:55:38 +0000
Xbox?s new CEO Asha Sharma has reportedly discussed a potential Netflix partnership, with both companies exploring the idea of a subscription bundle.

Xbox Mode is now officially rolling out, while console players will start to see their cloud save sync status
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:23:34 +0000
Xbox Mode is beginning to roll out on PC, replacing the Xbox Fullscreen Experience, while console users in Alpha Skip Ahead can now view cloud save sync status in Game Cards.

I'm excited about 3 big changes coming soon to your Windows 11 PC ? signals of Microsoft's much-needed course correction
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:54:46 +0000
Windows 11 is getting Taskbar fixes, smarter updates, and a toned-down Copilot. Here's why these changes finally matter.

AYANEO can't sell its NEXT 2 Windows gaming handheld anymore because it's "no longer sustainable" ? AI and the RAM and SSD shortage crisis are to blame
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:37:54 +0000
Sales of AYANEO's enthusiast-class NEXT 2 handheld gaming PC have been suspended due to ongoing RAM and SSD shortages caused by the AI boom.

The new Outlook finally learns how to search ? Microsoft revamps "People" experience
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:23:45 +0000
Microsoft is rolling out a unified search experience for the new Outlook, allowing users to find contacts across directories and personal accounts with simple keywords.

Microsoft, you're not done: There are still 5 big Windows 11 issues that I want to see addressed
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:21:34 +0000
Microsoft's big plan to save Windows 11 is almost perfect. There's just a few more issues that need to be addressed.

Epic Games lays off 1,000 employees as the Fortnite 'magic' begins to fade
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:54:22 +0000
Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees as it struggles to maintain the "magic" and revenue growth of Fortnite amidst a $500 million budget shortfall.

NVIDIA's CEO just claimed humanity has achieved "AGI" ? here's why Microsoft lawyers may (aggressively) disagree
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:17:49 +0000
Has humanity achieved the vaunted "AGI" AI benchmark? Jensen Huang thinks so. Microsoft has some specific clauses with OpenAI around these claims though ...

I'm seriously tempted to drop Microsoft Edge after the latest Firefox update
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:28:01 +0000
Firefox is catching up to Edge in features while also making it easy to disable AI with a single switch.

Microsoft quietly announced upcoming WSL upgrades, including a "more streamlined first-time setup and onboarding"
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:51:46 +0000
Amid the raft of promised changes Microsoft has recently made regarding Windows 11 was nestled a small but interesting update on the future of WSL.

World of Warcraft: Midnight review ? This dark middle act has immense ambition, but Blizzard is spreading itself thin at the cost of quality
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:40:00 +0000
The high bar Blizzard has set itself has given us more "stuff" to do in WoW than ever, but there's a variety of quality issues that are compounding into frustration.

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    How about a 750 horsepower package for NASCAR intermediates too?
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:06:22 +0000
    When asked about the potential of using the 750 horsepower tapered spacer on intermediate tracks in addition to its return to short tracks this season, Joey Logano looked as if he had been asked the stupidest question in the world.
    Of course he wants more power, literally everywhere
    ?I want more falloff,? Logano said with the most indignation in the world. ?I mean, more fall off puts ...Keep reading

    Denny Hamlin explains how 23XI is beating JGR with their own data
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:41:02 +0000
    Denny Hamlin has said this frequently but his 23XI Racing team and Joe Gibbs Racing are true alliance partners as part of the $8 million a year the former pays to the latter in exchange for all technical data.
    But Hamlin says, and he did again on Monday on his Actions Detrimental podcast, that the information flow goes both ways.
    ?We're always privy to what they're doing as well as they ...Keep reading

    Winners and losers from NASCAR's first Darlington race of 2026
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:24:46 +0000
    Daytona, Atlanta, COTA, and now Darlington. 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick is driving away with the championship lead, and in this age of parity, a win record like that is nearly unheard of.
    But 23XI wasn't the only team that turned heads on Sunday, with RFK and Spire both showing good pace, while titans like HMS and JGR lagged behind. 
    36 of the 37 starters finished Sunday's race, but there ...Keep reading

    Cup drivers say new package is directionally positive at Darlington
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:46:17 +0000
    When it comes to the debut of the new short track package at Darlington Raceway, there might be a Venn Diagram overlap between those who had really good cars and those who felt like it improved the racing.
    As a result, there may also be a similar overlap for the opposite.  
    Ultimately, most drivers said the increased horsepower and reduced downforce configuration did not fundamentally ...Keep reading

    Tyler Reddick and 23XI on a 'dream run' to start NASCAR season
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:05:18 +0000
    This isn?t supposed to happen anymore.
    With the introduction of the NextGen car in 2022, a single-source supplied spec car, the conviction was that no one would be able to dominate modern Cup Series campaigns the way Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson or Kyle Larson had back in the day.
    Parity!
    There have been just six races, of course, but Tyler Reddick, Billy Scott and the 23XI Racing No. 45 ...Keep reading

    Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Darlington I
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:21:15 +0000
    After four wins in the first six races, Tyler Reddick holds a monumental points lead in the regular season standings. He is now enjoying his biggest lead yet, 95 points ahead as Ryan Blaney moves back into the runner-up spot after a tough day for Bubba Wallace.
    Around the cutline, Daniel Suarez has now moved back inside the top 16 while his Spire teammate Michael McDowell drops below.
    The ...Keep reading

    Official race results: NASCAR Cup 2026 Darlington I
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:44:49 +0000
    At Darlington Raceway, 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick earned his 12th career win and his fourth in the first six races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season.
    He was followed by Brad Keselowski in second, a driver who was hoping to end a two-year win drought, but had to settle for two stage wins and a runner-up finish. Ryan Blaney fought back from a loose wheel to finish third, Carson Hocevar led the way ...Keep reading

    Tyler Reddick fights through adversity to win Darlington Cup race
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:43:35 +0000
    Tyler Reddick may have started first and finished first, but there was a lot happening between it all. He struggled with electrical issues early and needed to shut off the fans, causing the temperature to rapidly rise in the car. He had to manually drain hot water from his broken cool suit, complained about possible brake problems, faced a green flag pit stop mishap, the team had to change a ...Keep reading

    The best throwback schemes for NASCAR Darlington weekend
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:11:29 +0000
    Darlington is no longer being treated as the official 'Throwback Weekend,' but there's still several teams opting to pay tribute to the sport's history by recreating iconic paint schemes.
    Last December, two-time Southern 500 winner Greg Biffle was killed alongside six others in a tragic plane crash. This weekend, there are several paint schemes honoring the NASCAR legend, in both the Cup and ...Keep reading

    Fox News Headlines

    Ex-'American Idol' contestant faces new charges over alleged murder of wife in Ohio home
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:42:31 GMT
    Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn has been indicted on aggravated murder and 10 additional charges in the alleged killing of his Ohio wife.

    DHS touts ICE nabbing illegal migrant leaving police station accused of raping 5-year-old girl
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:42:12 GMT
    ICE arrested Carlos Aguilar Reynoso, accused of raping a Long Island girl, after authorities used a desk-appearance ticket to bypass NY sanctuary laws.

    Minnesota fire that killed NHL reporter and her three children not believed to be intentional, officials say
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:33:40 GMT
    The fire that killed Minnesota Wild reporter Jessi Pierce, 37, and her three young children does not appear intentional, fire officials say.

    Sid Eudy to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:28:33 GMT
    Pro wrestling legend Sid Eudy will enter the WWE Hall of Fame this spring, the company announced. He spent many decades in the industry.

    Good Samaritans help stop alleged park predator months after repeat offender released: report
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:27:47 GMT
    A homeless NYC parolee allegedly attempted to rape a woman in Central Park just months after reportedly being released on parole for a similar 2022 attack.

    Minnesota sues Trump admin to access evidence in federal shootings, including Alex Pretti, Renee Good cases
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:16:38 GMT
    Minnesota AG Keith Ellison and local officials are suing the Trump administration, naming Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem in a battle over "Metro Surge" shooting evidence.

    Maryland bill would mandate tampons in men?s bathrooms
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:12:46 GMT
    A Maryland bill would require tampons in men's and women's public restrooms, sparking debate over an estimated $400,000 in upfront implementation costs.

    Mets legend Keith Hernandez says he still gets 'close to $5,000' per year in 'Seinfeld' residuals
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:10:25 GMT
    Keith Hernandez revealed he still earns about $5,000 annually from his iconic ?Seinfeld" appearance, decades after his memorable role on the hit sitcom.

    Kristin Cavallari slams ?trash? married athletes for ?scumbag? social media behavior
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:03:42 GMT
    Kristin Cavallari says married men who like her stories but don't follow her are red flags, calling them "trash" on her podcast "Let's Be Honest."

    Super Bowl champion, Buccaneers great Lavonte David retires after 14 seasons: 'God is amazing'
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:38:56 GMT
    Lavonte David announced his retirement after 14 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was a key member of their defense in their Super Bowl-winning season.

    US soccer legend Landon Donovan talks team's World Cup chances, recalls honor of representing country
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:37:17 GMT
    American soccer legend Landon Donovan spoke to Fox News Digital about his expectations for the U.S. team in the 2026 World Cup later this year.

    Miranda Lambert?s blunt advice that changed everything for Parker McCollum?s career
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:36:06 GMT
    Parker McCollum credits Miranda Lambert with teaching him to say no in the music business, a lesson he says helped him stay grounded and keep creating.

    Houston rodeo cracks down with new dress code after revolt about ?out of control? attire
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:35:09 GMT
    The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which just concluded, banned revealing clothing, visible undergarments and gang-affiliated attire following social media backlash.

    NTSB flags ?conflicting information? in LaGuardia tower, unclear who handled ground-control duties
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:30:24 GMT
    NTSB investigators say a cockpit voice recorder captured the final seconds before the LaGuardia collision as the tower twice ordered the fire truck to stop before the jet landed.

    Man accused of timed beatings now charged with murder after woman found dead in river: report
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:29:48 GMT
    Juan Manuel Delgado Jr. faces second-degree murder charges after Krista Joy Hunt's remains were found in the Skagit River amid allegations of abuse.
    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    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.
    ESPN Sports Headlines

    The trade that wasn't: Inside the Maxx Crosby saga between the Raiders, Ravens
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:04:48 EST
    We talked to people about the Maxx Crosby trade situation to find out what really went down between Baltimore and Las Vegas.

    Bucks rebuked by NBPA over Giannis dispute
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    The NBA Players Association rebuked the Bucks over their dispute with Giannis Antetokounmpo, implying that Milwaukee is "tanking" and damaging the league's integrity by wanting to shut down the All-Star forward for the rest of the season.

    NFL to consider rule tweaks for replacement refs
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    The NFL competition committee has finalized a series of wide-ranging rule change proposals to account for the growing possibility of a work stoppage amid tense collective bargaining negotiations with the NFL Referees Association.

    NBA players' union calls for 65-game rule change
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    The NBPA is calling on the league to, at minimum, amend the 65-game rule for players to be eligible for end-of-season awards.

    Florida hoping to ink Golden to third extension
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    Florida is aiming to sign coach Todd Golden to a third contract extension in as many years, while heading off potential interest from schools with open head coaching jobs.

    76ers' George says mental health led to PED use
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    The Sixers' Paul George, who was suspended 25 games for a failed drug test, is set to return Wednesday when Philadelphia faces the Boston Celtics.

    Thomas sues White Sox for using name on jersey
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has filed a civil suit against the White Sox, alleging unauthorized use of his likeness on City Connect 2.0 uniforms last season.

    WNBA season may run to Nov. 21 under new CBA
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    Under the new WNBA collective bargaining agreement, the league is changing its latest possible end date to Nov. 21, which is nearly a month later than the previous deal, according to a document produced by the union and acquired by ESPN

    Amputee cornhole player faces murder charges
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    A county sheriff's office in Maryland said Monday that a professional cornhole player who's also a quadruple amputee fatally shot a passenger in the front seat of a car he was driving during an argument.

    ? Fantasy baseball draft guide: Rankings, more
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:25:37 EST
    All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.

    Tiger to return with Jupiter's TGL season on line
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:01:12 EST
    Tiger Woods told ESPN that he'll play in Match 2 of the best-of-three TGL finals in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

    Predicting Rounds 1-2 of the NFL draft: Yates finds landing spots for 64 top prospects
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:13:28 EST
    Field Yates unveils his latest NFL mock draft, projecting two full rounds. Which top prospects could go in the opening 64 picks?

    Meet the 'Tokyo Toe' -- the NFL draft's most interesting kicker prospect
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:13:27 EST
    After learning how to kick and teaching himself English, Kansei Matsuzawa's dream is nearing reality.

    MLB season preview: Rankings, playoff odds for all 30 teams as baseball returns
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:33:48 EST
    Whether your club enters Opening Day as the team to beat or hoping to be 2026's biggest surprise, we've got you covered.

    Men's March Madness Pain Index: Ranking all 52 NCAA tournament losses
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:18:13 EST
    Some losses are understandable; others will haunt us forever (see: Florida). We rank them all.

    What's next for Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, UNC: Recruits, transfer portal, more
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:01:10 EST
    Their NCAA tournament runs ended early and now it's all about next season. Here's how it's taking shape.

    UConn star Azzi Fudd and the family behind her final March
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:08:42 EST
    Azzi Fudd's "imperfectly perfect" family has been her rock through ACL tears, dog food pranks and Beyoncé on repeat. Now they're hoping for one more NCAA tournament title for UConn.

    NBA draft stock watch: Latest buzz, scouting reports on 21 top prospects
    Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:01:17 EST
    Which 2026 NBA draft prospects helped or hurt their stock after an exciting first weekend during March Madness?