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The entry-level CPU we believe is "masterclass of performance-per-watt efficiency" is now under $200 ? it has CPU Speeds of 3.9 GHz, 6 Cores, and more
Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:40:24 +0000
Amazon has acquired a special 34% discount for the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, making one of the most affordable and power-efficient CPUs for PCs with RTX 4080 graphics cheaper than ever.

Gaming stocks tank as investors panic over Google?s Genie 3 AI ? but should they?
Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:24:45 +0000
Companies like Tencent, Take-Two, and others lose billions over Google's Genie 3.0.

Orico's straightforward Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure proves they'll only get more popular as storage prices rise
Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000
SSD enclosures aren't a new idea, but those with Thunderbolt 5 performance are still fairly rare. Orico's X50 counts itself among the few products, and it's been nothing but a boon to my workflow.

Crimson Desert devs working "to make the game run as good as it possibly can" ahead of its release date ? the promising open-world RPG may even rival GTA 6
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:11:40 +0000
Ahead of Crimson Desert's scheduled launch this March, the team at Pearl Abyss says it's in the "optimization phase" of the game's development.

NVIDIA releases driver update for Maxwell and Pascal GPUs ? it focuses only on security fixes, but it's still crucial for the older cards
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:04:10 +0000
Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPUs no longer receive Game Ready Driver updates, but that doesn't mean NVIDIA is ignoring them. If you have an older card, I recommend you grab this security update targeting five vulnerabilities.

The Xbox Ally, with its 1080p, 120Hz display and comfy grips, is putting the Steam Deck on notice ? and it's now just below $490 instead of $599
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:43:12 +0000
It's the end of January, but we've found a major discount to close it out in style for portable handheld gaming users. The critically-acclaimed Xbox Ally, whose performance and hardware is on par with the iconic Steam Deck, is now on sale with a 18% discount.

WWE 2K26 is finally revealed in full ? Here's details on its release date, new match types, new features, and more
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:29:04 +0000
WWE and 2K Games have finally revealed WWE 2K26. Here's everything they announced, as well as information we acquired regarding its gameplay, release date, and more.

Epic CEO Tim Sweeney takes aim at one of Valve's Steam policies as that massive UK lawsuit looms ? "This is the practice courts found illegal"
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:54:41 +0000
Epic Games founder and CEO Tim Sweeney argues that the way Valve handles in-game microtransactions for Steam games is "unlawful."

Google Chrome doesn't use enough RAM, so it will soon launch in the foreground when you boot up your Windows 11 PC
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:02:50 +0000
A new toggle in Chrom allows the browser to launch immediately at startup. The feature is in testing now in the Canary Channel.

A new open?source Notepad clone brings back the fast, minimal editor we loved ? while Microsoft's Windows 11 version keeps getting more bloated
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:40:30 +0000
Not happy with the direction that Windows 11's Notepad app is taking? Don't want to use Notepad++? This free, open-source alternative is available on GitHub.

Age of Empires 2's competitive scene is thriving ? Pro play is at its best, and a grand finale is set for one of the world's most iconic venues
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Age of Empires 2 is the game that refuses to go away, and if anything, it's only getting more popular. The professional competitive scene is delivering some of the best matches ever; here's how to get caught up on the action before the Red Bull Wololo: Londinium grand finale in April.

Helldivers 2 surged on Xbox at launch ? before PlayStation?s larger install base drove stronger long-term sales for its breakout hit
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:43:29 +0000
New Alinea Analytics estimates show Helldivers 2 thriving on both platforms, with Xbox momentum colliding with PlayStation?s longer, slower sales curve.

These 10 Windows 11 features and changes will ship in February ? let's hope it's not another Patch Tuesday disaster
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:43:18 +0000
After breaking PCs in January, Microsoft is rolling out 10 new Windows 11 changes for February, including the expansion of Cross-Device Resume.

Crimson Desert receives a 15-minute showcase of its story and open-world gameplay ? revealing additional playable characters and rideable mechs
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:30:51 +0000
Crimson Desert's release on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC is fast approaching. So, Pearl Abyss is driving up hype for the game by releasing gameplay overviews, starting with coverage of its main plot and open-world gameplay.

Satya Nadella says Microsoft's Copilot AI is seeing massive use, growing "nearly 3x year-over-year" ? but investors aren't convinced
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:15:07 +0000
Satya Nadella says Microsoft?s Copilot AI is seeing strong adoption, even as investors question the growth of Azure and Microsoft 365.


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    NASCAR postpones Clash at Bowman Gray to Monday due to snow
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:11:42 +0000
    The entire Cookout Clash at Bowman Gray will take place on Monday, February 2nd as the track is currently being hammered with a winter storm that is dropping several inches of snow. While Sunday is set to be clear, temperatures will remain below freezing and a wind chill that could be in the single-digits.
    As a result, NASCAR officials have rescheduled the event for Monday. On that day, the ...Keep reading

    Who is racing in the NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray and what is the format?
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:03 +0000
    NASCAR will hold the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on Monday, February 2nd, as they wait for snow to move out of the region. For those who may be unfamiliar with this event's purpose on the schedule, 'The Clash' is a pre-season exhibition race that has been a part of the NASCAR calendar since 1979.
    Originally developed as a 20-lap sprint race at Daytona International Speedway and only ...Keep reading

    Ahead of frigid 2026 Clash, we remember NASCAR?s coldest races ever
    Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:40:15 +0000
    After clearing whatever snow falls in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, over the next 24 hours, temperatures will be lucky to reach 30 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday when NASCAR plans to race at Bowman Gray. The low will be around 12, and the green flag does not fly until 8pm EST (unless they postpone the entire event until Monday). With some wind expected, the wind chill will bring the feel like ...Keep reading

    NTSB release preliminary report on fatal Greg Biffle aviation incident
    Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:28:17 +0000
    The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary findings after a 43-day investigation into the aviation incident that killed NASCAR veteran Greg Biffle, his immediate family, two pilots and one other associated individual at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina.
    A full report will still take 12 to 18 additional months to complete. NTSB preliminary reports do not ...Keep reading

    NASCAR postpones Saturday action, makes Bowman Gray Clash one-day event
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:22:17 +0000
    SATURDAY UPDATE -- The entire Clash has been pushed to Monday. CLICK HERE for new event schedule.
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    NASCAR CupNASCAR postpones Clash at Bowman Gray to Monday due to snow



    NASCAR's pre-season exhibition race known as 'The Clash' continues to face a major obstacle in the form of winter weather. As crews clear the track and surrounding area of snow and ice ...Keep reading

    Josh Berry looking for consistency more than speed in 2026 Cup season
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:20:05 +0000
    On one hand, the 2025 season was a success for Josh Berry, in that it produced his first Cup Series victory and for the Wood Brothers no less. On the other hand, there were also stretches where a lot was left on the table and left them wondering what could have been.
    Specifically, the iconic No. 21 was amongst the fastest in the entire field in the first round of the playoffs, but Berry also ...Keep reading

    NASCAR reveals all owner points transfers for 2026 season
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:04:15 +0000
    NASCAR has released a full list of owner points transfers ahead of the 2026 season for its three national divisions. 
    Below you can find a complete rundown of of every 2025 team that made a change, where they were ranked, and which team will have those points for the start of the new year. New car numbers that are choosing to start with zero points are also listed below each table. 
    Owner ...Keep reading

    Ben Kennedy gives update on snow-impacted Bowman Gray ahead of Clash
    Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:45:33 +0000
    LATEST UPDATE: The Clash will run as a one-day event on Monday due to the snow and cold temperatures.
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    NASCAR CupNASCAR postpones Clash at Bowman Gray to Monday due to snow



    NASCAR's unofficial start to the 2026 season is in jeopardy due to winter weather. Winter Storm Fern left Bowman Gray Stadium covered in snow just days before the pre-season Clash that is ...Keep reading

    Watch NASCAR star Joey Logano snow drift a 1924 Model T
    Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:42:12 +0000
    One of the greatest race car drivers in Ford Performance history, three-time champion Joey Logano has a deep appreciation for the history of the Blue Oval marque and it shows in the form of his 1924 Model T.
    Logano has called it ?my favorite car in my collection? and ?the most challenging car to drive,? but loves it because ?it is what made Ford, Ford,? and thus a prize in his ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Kash Patel confirms FBI had 'probable cause' for Fulton County election hub raid
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:46:55 GMT
    FBI Director Kash Patel told "Saturday in America" that investigators had probable cause to execute a warrant at a Georgia election hub after an "extensive" investigation.

    Stephen A Smith defends Don Lemon, says arrest violates First Amendment
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:46:40 GMT
    Stephen A. Smith spoke out after Don Lemon?s arrest, saying it went against the First Amendment and that Lemon?s decades of journalism experience should have been respected.

    Witkoff says talks with Russian envoy were 'productive and constructive' amid Trump admin's peace push
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:46:02 GMT
    Trump envoy reports "productive" meetings with Russian envoy on Ukraine peace deal, days after touting progress made toward peace after years of war.

    Trump says Gulf allies kept in dark as US negotiates with Iran: 'Cant' tell them the plan'
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:35:21 GMT
    President Donald Trump says U.S. cannot share military plans with Gulf allies during Iran negotiations, as Saudi Arabia restricts airspace access.

    Shooting at Louisiana Mardi Gras parade leaves multiple people injured: reports
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:32:37 GMT
    Multiple people were reportedly injured in a shooting during a Mardi Gras parade in Clinton, Louisiana, and authorities are investigating the incident.

    Katie Uhlaender's Olympic bid case heads to Court of Arbitration for Sport
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:17:52 GMT
    Court of Arbitration for Sport will review Katie Uhlaender's appeal for Olympics spot after federation found Team Canada intentionally manipulated points.

    Tommy Tuberville says Super Bowl is 'getting more and more woke' with Bad Bunny's halftime show
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:04:16 GMT
    Sen. Tommy Tuberville plans to avoid the Super Bowl halftime show, dismissing Bad Bunny as too ?woke" and saying the event has changed for the worse.

    Alleged MS-13 gang member accused of 5 murders in home country nabbed in Virginia
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:46:54 GMT
    Edwin Antonio Hernandez Hernandez of El Salvador was taken into custody by ICE in Virginia, Department of Homeland Security sources told Fox News Digital.

    'Tastes like democracy': San Francisco bakery sells anti-ICE cookies
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:40:55 GMT
    San Francisco's Devil's Teeth Bakery faces online backlash for Anti-ICE cookies, but owner Hilary Passman vows to continue sales ?as long as ICE is killing people."

    Rams star Puka Nacua makes play for Sydney Sweeney with clever social media post
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:38:37 GMT
    NFL star Puka Nacua responded to Sydney Sweeney's dating preferences with a clever social media post about skydiving, sparking buzz among fans on social media.

    Major US shipping platform left customer data wide open to hackers
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:30:19 GMT
    Hackers are targeting global shipping technology to steal cargo worth millions. New cybersecurity threats expose supply chain vulnerabilities worldwide.

    Texas A&M moves to end Women?s and Gender Studies degree program
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:17:33 GMT
    Texas A&M eliminates Women's and Gender Studies degree program, citing "limited student interest" and policy compliance after comprehensive course review.

    Reality star Heather Gay shocked by society's glaring double standards: 'Drop a few pounds and you're a hero'
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:00:58 GMT
    "Real Housewives" star Heather Gay reveals shocking double standard after 30-pound weight loss with GLP-1 shots - same personality, different treatment.

    Martha Moxley Case: Kennedy cousin points to ?bold-faced lies,? missing evidence in murder probe
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:00:52 GMT
    Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel, cleared in Martha Moxley's 1975 murder after 11 years in prison, discusses the decades-old Connecticut case that remains unsolved.

    Former NBA player and ex-UCLA star eyes return to college basketball amid NCAA scrutiny: 'Why not me?'
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:56:58 GMT
    Former UCLA star Amari Bailey is attempting to make history as the first NBA player to return to college basketball after playing in the NBA with the Charlotte Hornets.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    2026 Indy 500, Brickyard 400 tickets on sale now
    Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:45:00 GMT
    Tickets for 2026 marquee events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are now on sale online. Here's what you need to know.

    Formula One driver Mick Schumacher returns to Indianapolis to turn laps on road course in an IndyCar
    Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:10:02 GMT
    Mick Schumacher got a glimpse of the Indianapolis 500 in May. Whether he makes this area his next racing home is still to be decided.

    Officials explore bringing IndyCar race back to Cleveland
    Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:30:16 GMT
    The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission confirmed it is exploring the potential opportunity to bring an IndyCar race to the streets of downtown Cleveland in 2028.

    Andretti Global hires Ron Ruzewski as team principal, reuniting him with driver Will Power
    Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:06 GMT
    Ruzewski, a former Team Penske executive, will start in January. He replaces Rob Edwards, who will become chief performance officer for TWG Motorsports.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    WWE Royal Rumble: Live results and analysis
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:45 EST
    Will Gunther put an end to AJ Styles' career? We break down all the action from Royal Rumble in Riyadh.

    NBA suspends 76ers forward George 25 games
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Veteran 76ers forward Paul George has been suspended without pay for 25 games for taking "improper medication," according to George.

    Sources: Bills to hire Leonhard to run defense
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Former Bills player Jim Leonhard is expected to be hired as the team's defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

    QB Simpson: Transfer would've tarnished legacy
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson said he is "absolutely" content with entering the NFL draft, adding it would "tarnish my legacy" to stay in college and play for another school.

    Lightning expect Hedman OK for Stadium Series
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman is expected to return to the lineup for Sunday's Stadium Series game against the Bruins. Hedman has been out since early December due to an elbow injury.

    Giants co-owner Tisch named in latest Epstein file...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's name appears at least 440 times among millions of documents in the latest release of Jeffrey Epstein files, including some that show Epstein connected him to numerous women.

    Protesters rally against ICE unit at Milan Olympic...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Milan to protest the deployment of U.S. ICE agents ahead of the Winter Olympics, which begin next week.

    Poll: Peterson, Dybantsa top NBA draft prospects
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Kansas shooting guard Darryn Peterson and BYU forward AJ Dybantsa loom as the projected top two picks in the upcoming NBA draft. Who will be No. 1? ESPN polled 20 NBA scouts and executives to get an early vibe.

    Rybakina rallies to stop Sabalenka for Aussie titl...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open title with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory over top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka that avenged her loss in the championship decider in 2023.

    ? Ranking NFL coaching hires of past five years
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:52 EST
    Who are the most successful coaching hires since 2021? And how do the Super Bowl coaches stack up? We ranked all 37 moves.

    Inside the 'most dangerous gym in America,' where Eagles' WR A.J. Brown trained
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:43:44 EST
    Diamond Gym doesn't just build muscle -- it tests the resolve of everyone who walks through the door.

    European live updates: Arsenal aim to bounce back ...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:33:16 EST
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    Super Bowl-bound Patriots follow in Mack Hollins' bare footsteps
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:56:01 EST
    How the eccentric receiver has become the heart of New England's locker room.

    Florida is taking national title contender form
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:31:45 EST
    The defending national champions are building a case to move up the bracket -- and as a threat to repeat.

    Who will win the Australian Open men's title?
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:35:20 EST
    Carlos Alcaraz will take on Novak Djokovic in the final -- with a lot of history on the line. Here's how each can win.

    No gap year here: How Boston retooled a fractured ...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:03:10 EST
    A sidelined superstar and key rotation losses were supposed to send the Celtics into the play-in.

    Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team ...
    Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:03:10 EST
    It took two years of convincing, but Kawhi Leonard's new game is supercharging the Clippers.

    NBA trade intel: Could the Bucks keep Giannis? Eve...
    Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:24:16 EST
    Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examine eight East contenders, and how a Giannis trade could alter the conference hierarchy.