Nascar

Corey LaJoie to replace injured Brad Keselowski in Bowman Gray Clash
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:09:30 +0000
While Brad Keselowski continues his recovery, he will opt out of the pre-season exhibition race at Bowman Gray Stadium.
Keselowski suffered a broken leg while skiing with his family on December 18th, and underwent successful surgery soon after. The 68th running of the Daytona 500 follows takes place on February 15th, but The Clash is a full two weeks earlier.
While the 41-year-old ...Keep reading

Jimmie Johnson set to make first NASCAR Truck start in over 17 years
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:35:55 +0000
Seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson will drive the No. 1 Toyota Tundra for Tricon Garage when NASCAR heads to Naval Base Coronado for a unique street race in San Diego, California. 
Johnson, a California native, will also be attempting doubly duty that weekend as he plans to run the NASCAR Cup Series race as well. Carvana will sponsor both efforts.
While Johnson has over 700 ...Keep reading

Jimmie Johnson will have a guaranteed spot in 2026 Daytona 500
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:36:43 +0000
Taking advantage of the Open Exemption Provisional, seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson will have a guaranteed spot in the 68th running of the Daytona 500.
The Open Exemption Provisional, which was created one year ago, can be utilized by a non-chartered team with a world-class driver to ensure them spot on the grid for any race where the field eclipses the maximum number of ...Keep reading

RFK Racing honors Greg Biffle with new museum display
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:42:44 +0000
Last month, NASCAR legend Greg Biffle was among seven killed in a tragic plane crash in Statesville, North Carolina. The veteran driver spent the majority of his career with RFK Racing, and in remembrance of him, they have put together new display at the team museum in honor of Biffle.
The new display includes the car Biffle won his 19th and final Cup race with at Michigan in 2013, which was ...Keep reading

NASCAR Driver Advisory Council reorganized for 2026 season
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:05:15 +0000
Longtime NASCAR executive, and formerly Daytona International Speedway president, Chip Wile is taking over as Drivers? Advisory Council executive director.
Wile assumes the position previously held by Cup Series veteran Jeff Burton, who is remaining with the group as an advisor.  From the press release announcing the organizational structure for 2026, ?the move is part of a broader effort ...Keep reading

Steve Phelps to resign as NASCAR Commissioner ahead of 2026 season
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:49:06 +0000
Steve Phelps became NASCAR's first Commissioner in March of 2025 after previously working as the president of NASCAR since 2018.
However, he will leave that position at the end of January, and NASCAR does not plan to replace the role of Commissioner for the time being. Instead, his duties will be shared by other existing executives. As for why there won't be someone else appointed to the role ...Keep reading

Legacy Motor Club reveals new crew chief for Erik Jones, other changes
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:35:17 +0000
Legacy Motor Club has made some personnel changes ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season. They have named Justin Alexander as the new crew chief for Erik Jones and the No. 43 LMC Toyota Camry XSE, replacing Ben Beshore in the role.
Alexander has plenty of experience atop the pit box, winning five races with Austin Dillon at Richard Childress Racing, including the 2017 Coca Cola 600 and the 2018 ...Keep reading

NASCAR?s 50 most memorable moments of 2025
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:54:03 +0000
On the whole, the 2025 NASCAR season was a memorable one for a lot of reasons.
There was pretty good competition on the big tracks during the summer months, continued progress on short tracks with the fourth year NextGen and the culmination of a 15-month legal process that made it all the way to trial.
Kyle Larson emerged the champion for the second time in his career, while the entire ...Keep reading

NASCAR world shares condolences for Denny Hamlin after tragic house fire
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:16:59 +0000
Denny Hamlin's father, Dennis Hamlin, has died after injuries sustained in a house fire in Stanley, North Carolina, on Sunday. Hamlin's mother, Mary Lou, 69, is currently being treated at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Burn Center and is listed in critical condition.
The fire's cause is still under investigation. Still reeling from a tragic December 18th plane crash that claimed the life ...Keep reading


Windows Central

Xbox's Towerborne sheds its free-to-play status, gains offline mode as it exits early access
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:20:13 +0000
Action adventure RPG meets side scrolling brawler gameplay in Stoic and Xbox Game Studios' Towerborne, which is finally expected to graduate from Game Preview to a full 1.0 launch in February.

South Park arrives in Fortnite ? an R rated TV icon colliding with a kid friendly juggernaut
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:26:29 +0000
South Park arrives in Fortnite with new gameplay items, Cartmanland, a free Pass , and a five player mode that shakes up the usual four player formula.

Avowed is coming to PS5 with new playable races, New Game Plus, and major updates
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:54:27 +0000
Obsidian confirms Avowed?s PS5 release alongside major updates, including New Game Plus, new races, and quality of life features aimed at improving repeat playthroughs.

Microsoft and PayPal's Copilot Checkout allows users to make purchases without leaving the AI chatbot ? and it's out now
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:36:17 +0000
Microsoft and PayPal have partnered to create Copilot Checkout, an agentic AI service that allows users to make "seamless, reliable transactions" directly in Copilot.

Crimson Desert, Avowed, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and more ? every Xbox and PC game shown during New Game Plus Showcase
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:09:09 +0000
45 new and upcoming games were shown during the New Game Plus Showcase. Here's a complete overview of everything announced for Xbox and PC during the event.

Fallout's most iconic gameplay system was almost cut from Bethesda's games ? "We only just got that working by the time we shipped"
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:41:43 +0000
One of Fallout's most iconic gameplay mechanics is VATS, but it almost wasn't included in Fallout 3 due to development struggles and doubts that players would like it.

PlayStation might be massively outselling Xbox hardware, but user engagement may tell a different story ? Why even Sony can't ignore Xbox's shooter audience
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:02:34 +0000
Data from Alinea suggests that Xbox "shooter box" stereotypes may be real, as Xbox and PlayStation hit neck and neck on some games despite user base disparities.

How to complete the Fallout event in Black Ops 7 and Warzone as fast as possible
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:46:52 +0000
The Call of Duty x Fallout event is now live, and if you want the best rewards as fast as possible, here's how to do it.

Upcoming Xbox Developer Direct show promises the "first deep dive" into Fable ? "It?s time to show you more. Much more."
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:16:50 +0000
Xbox outlines what to expect from its January Developer Direct, with extended gameplay showcases for Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and a closer look at Game Freak?s new project.

How to watch the Xbox Developer Direct 2026 showcase: When it starts and everything you need to know
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:15:16 +0000
Microsoft's Xbox Developer Direct showcase has become a January staple, and we just got the date for 2026's presentation. Here's when it starts, and how to watch.

Xbox Ally X is available again at Best Buy ? order now for immediate shipping and have the handheld delivered as fast as possible
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:24:19 +0000
We have discovered that the critically acclaimed Xbox Ally X gaming handheld has acquired new stock at Best Buy as a belated New Year's gift for Xbox players looking to play Xbox games on the go.

Fallout games double their player counts across Steam after Season 2 debuts ? a nuclear upgrade thanks to the TV show
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:54:56 +0000
Just like Season 1, Fallout Season 2 has pushed players back into the games, doubling concurrent player numbers across nearly the entire Fallout catalogue.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to connect medical records and wellness apps ? CEO Sam Altman still won't trust AI with his "medical fate" without involving real doctors
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:34:02 +0000
OpenAI launches a dedicated experience in ChatGPT designed for health and wellness called ChatGPT Health. It lets users link medical records and wellness apps like Apple Health to ChatGPT.

Lenovo has become what Surface was supposed to be about ? a lineup of unique hardware that isn't afraid to be different
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:16:01 +0000
As Microsoft pulls back on Surface, Lenovo steps up as the Windows ecosystem's new innovator. With fresh hardware ideas and crazy designs, Lenovo is my new favorite Windows OEM right now.

?Major change? on the way ? Microsoft 365?s best-kept secret is retiring from the desktop
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:35:56 +0000
Microsoft will retire the Sway Windows app in June 2026, pushing users to the web version.


Fox News Headlines

550-pound bear finally evicted from California home after bizarre strategy ends monthlong ordeal
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:50:42 GMT
A massive black bear caused thousands in damage while living beneath a California home for weeks before wildlife specialists finally removed the animal.

Two wounded in Portland shooting involving federal agents after DHS says vehicle 'weaponized' against them
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:40:03 GMT
Federal agents reportedly involved in Portland shooting that left two people wounded and hospitalized Thursday afternoon on Southeast Main Street.

Naked woman allegedly assaults deputy while intoxicated, claims she was ?trying to be a mermaid'
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:03:26 GMT
A Louisiana woman allegedly attacked a sheriff?s deputy after skinny-dipping in a neighbor?s pond and claiming she was ?trying to be a mermaid," authorities said.

Commanders star Marshon Lattimore arrested on weapons charges after traffic stop in Ohio
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:00:56 GMT
Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was charged with concealed weapons violations after a traffic stop in Lakewood, Ohio.

Knife-wielding suspect killed in officer-involved shooting inside New York City hospital
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:51:33 GMT
Police fatally shot an armed suspect who allegedly barricaded himself with a patient and security guard at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital Thursday night, police said.

Venezuela teeters as guerrilla groups, cartels exploit Maduro power vacuum
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:20:38 GMT
Criminal networks including Tren de Aragua cartel and ELN guerrillas exploit power vacuum in Venezuela after former President Nicolás Maduro's arrest, threatening transition efforts.

Canadian columnist asks if Trump will arrest Canada leader after Maduro arrest
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 02:00:57 GMT
A Toronto Star columnist claimed President Donald Trump could target Ontario Premier Doug Ford following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Chinese national charged with photographing US stealth bomber base after illegal entry
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:50:51 GMT
A Chinese national allegedly photographed a U.S. Air Force stealth bomber base after illegally entering the country in 2023, now faces federal charges in Missouri.

Hate cleaning? These 11 workhorse products will save you time and simplify everyday chores
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:43:41 GMT
From microfiber cloths and microwave steamers to spin scrubbers, vacuum-mop combos and stink-busting disposal tablets ? these cleaning essentials cut the effort, not the clean.

NASA administrator orders early return of 4 Crew-11 astronauts following medical situation
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:40:33 GMT
NASA is brining an astronaut crew home early from the International Space Station after a crew member experienced a medical issue. The agency stressed the situation is stable.

NHL's Seattle Kraken receive mixed reactions to Pride-themed logo and jerseys
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:32:52 GMT
The Seattle Kraken debuted a Pride-themed rainbow logo six months before typical June celebrations, generating divided responses from hockey fans on social media.

Gov Walz authorizes National Guard staging following fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:26:35 GMT
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz authorized staging of the National Guard after a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, sparking heated debate over state and federal authority.

Nicole Scherzinger floods social media with bikini photos while teasing wedding plans
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:18:40 GMT
Nicole Scherzinger stunned in pastel bikini photos from her Maldives getaway, sharing joyful moments and romantic clips with fiancé Thom Evans.

Agent dumps Washington quarterback trying to break $4M contract days after signing
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:08:55 GMT
Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. is trying to enter the transfer portal despite signing a $4 million NIL deal, and his agent is dropping him for "philosophical differences."

Socialist groups chant 'Killer Kristi' while escalating nationwide anti-ICE protests
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:01:49 GMT
Socialist and communist groups coordinate protests after the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, targeting Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.


Indy Car Racing

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.

David Malukas joins Team Penske as new driver of No. 12 IndyCar entry
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:53:44 GMT
Malukas replaces Will Power, who announced he had signed with Andretti Global to drive the No. 26 car for 2026.

IndyCar announces 2026 schedule with new races in Phoenix, Arlington
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:56:05 GMT
Start times for the 2026 events will be announced at a later date, officials said.

IndyCar says no Mexico City race for 2026 due to World Cup impact
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 22:08:17 GMT
The news also comes less than a month after NASCAR announced it would be one-and-done in Mexico City.

Chip Ganassi Racing's 17th title: A record-breaking journey
Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:41:22 GMT
Ganassi's 17 IndyCar Series titles ties him with Team Penske, but Ganassi did it in his 35th season while Penske has been racing for nearly two decades longer.

Will Power leaves Team Penske after 17 years to join Andretti Global
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:02:14 GMT
The two-time IndyCar champion and former Indianapolis 500 winner will drive the No. 26 Honda for Andretti.

Colton Herta's next big move: From IndyCar to Cadillac's Formula 1 team
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:06:30 GMT
This move brings the first American driver to the program and transitions Herta from IndyCar to the global series.


ESPN Sports Headlines

QB Williams runs reverse, stays at Washington
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
QB Demond Williams Jr., who initially signed a big-money deal with Washington only to announce he was entering the transfer portal days later, has decided to remain with the Huskies.

Ravens' Monken: 'Didn't coach Lamar well enough'
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
OC Todd Monken accepted the blame for quarterback Lamar Jackson's regression in his third season in the system, telling the "Ryan Ripken Show" he "didn't coach Lamar well enough" and "didn't have as good of a relationship as I could have [with him]."

Wolves hold moment of silence for Renee Good
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
The Timberwolves held a moment of silence before their game Thursday night for the 37-year-old woman fatally shot in her car by an ICE officer.

Gold medalist Kim injured ahead of Winter Games
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim said Thursday that she dislocated a shoulder in training and her status for the Winter Games is uncertain.

Heat-Bulls PPD due to condensation on court
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
The scheduled game between the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat was postponed because of condensation on the court in Chicago on Thursday night.

Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
Tarik Skubal and the Tigers failed to agree on a contract for this season before Thursday night's deadline to avoid arbitration, Detroit announced.

Ionescu to miss Unrivaled season due to injury
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
Sabrina Ionescu will not play in the second season of Unrivaled because of an injury sustained during the WNBA season.

Sources: 9 MLB teams end deals with Main Street
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
Sources told ESPN that nine Major League Baseball teams have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group, the RSN operator that again finds itself in deep financial trouble.

? Six NBA trade offers to reshape playoff chase
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:41:05 EST
Let's help Milwaukee build around Giannis, the Lakers and the Timberwolves fill major needs, and Golden State end its long saga.

Barnwell predicts the NFL playoff bracket: Could two lower seeds go to the Super Bowl?
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 11:46:01 EST
Four road teams winning in the wild-card round -- and two of them making it all the way to the Super Bowl? Let's project the full playoffs.

Facing the Texans this postseason? Broncos? Seahawks? Solak on the three elite defenses
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 11:46:01 EST
The Texans, Broncos and Seahawks have superior defenses. What makes each so unstoppable?

'What if we are the people who win these games?' A new feeling at Ole Miss
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 19:39:31 EST
After a chaotic month, Ole Miss won the kind of game it always loses, leaving its fans wondering how far it can go.

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 14:53:19 EST
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings now that we're midway through the offseason.

The bizarre world of arbitration -- and the ace whose record raise could rock the system
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 14:53:19 EST
Baseball's unique offseason contract process is built on comps. Enter the pitcher who is beyond comparison.

Grading the Trae Young trade: How did the Hawks and Wizards fare?
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 20:47:22 EST
Trae Young is headed from the Hawks to the Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.

One big thing we're hearing on every NFL team's coaching situation: Hot seats, candidates, more
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:20:02 EST
We have the latest buzz on all 32 coaching staffs, including Mike Tomlin's future with the Steelers.

Mike McDaniel fired: Why Dolphins made move and could John Harbaugh be next?"
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:20:02 EST
Mike McDaniel seemed safe for minute, but the Dolphins fired their head coach.

Browns locked in for 'next 120 days': Coach, draft and a QB
Thu, 8 Jan 2026 07:11:59 EST
Are Cleveland's owners letting a 5-12 season weigh them down? Not a chance. They're pressing forward.