Everything announced for Xbox and PC at the ID@Xbox and IGN April 2026 Showcase ? new indie games on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Play Anywhere, and more
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:21:55 +0000
Couldn't catch the ID@Xbox and IGN April 2026 Showcase live? No worries ? we've got a full overview of everything announced right here.

Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred will release earlier than expected in the US, and teams up with Overwatch for some of the coolest skins I've ever seen
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:36:20 +0000
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred will launch in the US a day early to accomodate a worldwide simultaneous launch, and we're getting an Overwatch event to boot.

"Xbox will be where the world plays": Microsoft confirms Xbox is once again looking into acquisitions, huge manifesto for the future detailed
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:51:31 +0000
In a new memo penned by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and its CCO Matt Booty, Microsoft details its vision and plans for the future of the Xbox brand

A PC gaming headset with peerless sound and serious comfort that outperforms pricier rivals
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:49:36 +0000
The Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed is a PC gaming headset that won our hearts for its premium-grade sound and wireless performance, and it's pricey has taken a massive 46% discount

Echo Generation 2, the long-awaited sequel to one of my favorite indie Xbox RPGs, has announced its release date with an insane new trailer
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:44:24 +0000
During Microsoft's recent ID@Xbox Showcase 2026, a new trailer for Echo Generation 2 appeared, revealing more gameplay, insane bosses, and its release date.

Xbox is back as Asha Sharma scraps Microsoft Gaming in favor of the 'Return to Xbox' initiative
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:58:13 +0000
Microsoft is scrapping its corporate "Microsoft Gaming" brand to refocus on its core identity: the "Return of Xbox."

How to watch NASCAR at Talladega: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:56:28 +0000
After his fifth win the first nine races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season, Tyler Reddick now holds a 105-point lead over Denny Hamlin in the championship standings.
Reddick passed Kyle Larson on the final lap at Kansas, taking a dramatic win in overtime for 23XI Racing. The series now heads to Talladega, where Austin Cindric is the defending winner. 
In this story, you can find all the ...Keep reading

Every NASCAR driver to earn their first Cup win at Talladega
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:51:28 +0000
Talladega Superspeedway is one of the most unpredictable races on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule, so it should be no surprise that a dozen different drivers have secured their first -- and in many cases only -- Cup win at the iconic track.
It hasn't happened yet in the Next Gen era, but several drivers have been close to becoming the 13th first-time winner at Dega. Of the 41 drivers on the ...Keep reading

FOX leverages NASCAR Kansas TV audience to boost IndyCar Long Beach
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:21:39 +0000
The NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway on Sunday drew 2.926 million viewers on over-the-air FOX according to Nielsen?s Big Data + Panel metric.
Beyond just the factual number, there is not a straightforward comparison, since this race aired on FS1 last year. NASCAR boasted a 26 percent increase from Kansas last year but that race aired on FS1. An April Cup Series race would be over 3 ...Keep reading

NASCAR official explains overtime decisions at Kansas
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:54:01 +0000
It wasn't the loudest point of contention, but some in the NASCAR community did try to suggest after the Advent Health 400 on Sunday that race control should not have thrown the caution for a Cody Ware spin that set-up overtime and figuratively turning the race upside down.
Denny Hamlin was the leader at the time, having led the most laps and just retaken the lead from eventual winner Tyler ...Keep reading

Dale Earnhardt Jr. weighs in on Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch spat
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:57:55 +0000
Dale Earnhardt Jr. believes something was lost in translation in the back-and-forth between Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch.
The two-time Cup Series champion took exception to comments Hamlin made about him last week on the Actions Detrimental podcast. Specifically, Hamlin pondered if this is the end for Busch as a contender at the highest levels and suggested that Busch needs to consistently ...Keep reading

2025-26 NBA Playoff Odds: Spreads, Lines for First-Round Series
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:53:17 GMT
The NBA playoffs are here. Check out the odds for each first-round series.

Nigel De Jong's Studs-Up Kick On Xabi Alonso Joins Top World Cup Moments List
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:22:42 GMT
The World Cup is defined by memorable moments. Counting down to the top 100 of all-time.

Former Giants co-owner Steve Tisch seen in team's draft room
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:08:31 GMT
The Giants got their top choice in edge rusher Reese, who posted 6.5 sacks and 10 tackles for loss as a first-team All-American at Ohio State.

Rueben Bain's short arms and tragic car accident history contributed to his NFL Draft slide
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:40:02 GMT
Rueben Bain fell to the Buccaneers at No. 15 overall in the NFL draft after teams reportedly had concerns about his arm length and driving history.

Giants use top-10 picks on Ohio State's Arvell Reese, Miami's Francis Mauigoa in 2026 NFL Draft
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:51:01 GMT
The Giants drafted Ohio State's Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Miami's Francis Mauigoa at No. 10, addressing the trenches under new head coach John Harbaugh.

Fernando Mendoza embraces wheelchair-bound mom after Raiders select him No 1 overall
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:32:24 GMT
Fernando Mendoza experienced the thrill of being taken No. 1 overall in the NFL Draft alongside his family from the comfort of his own home.

Tom Brady offers advice incoming NFL rookies, welcomes Fernando Mendoza after Raiders make him the top pick
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:12:02 GMT
Tom Brady welcomed Raiders No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza on social media and offered advice to all incoming rookies joining the NFL this draft weekend.

Central Indiana Girl Scouts get a behind-the-scenes look at an IndyCar team
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:22:13 GMT
Girl Scouts are about more than cookies; they?re about building courage, confidence and character. On Thursday, that mission shifted into high gear.

INDYCAR names Scot Elkins managing director of officiating
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:43:42 GMT
Elkins will start this new role on Monday, May 11.

Jacob Abel entering 2026 Indianapolis 500 with Abel Motorsports
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:00:27 GMT
?The Louisville native will pilot the No. 51 Chevrolet for his family's team as he seeks his first Indianapolis 500 start.

Quick pit stop propels Alex Palou to maiden Long Beach Grand Prix victory
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:41:59 GMT
Palou also reclaimed the championship lead and now heads into the Month of May with a 17-point advantage over Kyle Kirkwood.

Felix Rosenqvist scores first pole position since 2024 in IndyCar qualifying at Long Beach
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:56:14 GMT
Rosenqvist will be joined on the front row by Pato O'Ward.

Colton Herta's Indianapolis 500 hopes blocked by Formula 2 calendar change
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:15:53 GMT
Now that Herta is not available, Andretti Global said Thursday it will focus on its current three-driver lineup for the Indy 500 and not enter a fourth car.

500 Festival event vehicles revealed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:06:55 GMT
Built by Hoosiers at the Fort Wayne Assembly Plant, the trucks will hit the streets with Indianapolis 500 graphics to remind everyone the Indy 500 is almost here.

Alex Palou wins at Barber after Lundgaard has slow final pit stop
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:13:17 GMT
Palou led all but 11 laps on Sunday, but it wasn't a guaranteed victory for the Spaniard like so many IndyCar races have been recently.

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Big winners, losers and value picks of Round 1: Kiper on a wild start to the NFL draft
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:54:35 EST
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.

Pick-by-pick takes on Round 1 of the NFL draft: How prospects fit with their new teams
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:54:35 EST
Here's our NFL Nation reporters' look at the biggest questions for each Round 1 pick and how every player fits.

Rams take Simpson, note 'this is Matthew's team'
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:22 EST
The Rams selected quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, though coach Sean McVay made it clear: "This is Matthew's team."

'Ecstatic' Mendoza goes to Raiders with top pick
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:22 EST
The Raiders made it official Thursday night at the NFL draft, taking former Indiana star QB Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick.

Amid Brown buzz, Eagles trade up for WR Lemon
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:22 EST
The Eagles made a trade with the division rival Cowboys on Thursday night, selecting USC wide receiver Makai Lemon with the No. 20 pick.

Cowboys 'changed face' of D via Downs, Lawrence
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:22 EST
After taking Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at No. 11, thanks to a trade with the Dolphins, the Cowboys selected UCF edge rusher Malachi Lawrence with the 23rd pick after moving down from No. 20 in a trade with the Eagles.

Giants thrilled with picks: 'Couldn't do any better'
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:22 EST
The New York Giants addressed both sides of the ball Thursday in the first round of the NFL draft, selecting Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the fifth pick and then taking Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.

Barrett, Barnes combine for 66 to revive Raptors
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:21 EST
The Raptors proved they could "make some noise" in their first-round series against the Cavs, as RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes each scored 33 points in a 126-104 rout in Thursday night's Game 3.

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Tornado Emergency causes devastating damage and injuries in Enid, Oklahoma
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:29:57 -0400
A dangerous tornado tore through an area in the city of Enid in north-central Oklahoma on Thursday night, triggering a massive response from first responders and rescue crews, who rushed to the scene to begin immediate recovery efforts.

Severe weather extends into the weekend as millions brace for 'marathon' threat
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:15:27 -0400
A turbulent Thursday was just the beginning of what forecasts are suggesting is a "marathon" of severe storms forecast to put over 40 million in the U.S. under threat of tornadoes, hail and damaging wind by Monday.

These rare Titanic artifacts sold for over $1 million at auction
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:24:49 -0400
Rare items from the Titanic were sold for over $1 million at auctions. One item was a life jacket worn by first-class passenger and survivor, Laura Mabel Francatelli, when the ship sank on April 14, 1912. Another item sold was an 18-carat gold pocket watch that Frederick Sutton, 61, was wearing when the ship sank.

California officials warn of increase in tiny black flies known for painful bites
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:05 -0400
Black flies, a tiny insect known for a small, but painful bite, are on the rise in the foothills of San Gabriel Valley.

Magnitude 4.0 earthquake strikes southeast Missouri, shakes felt across six US states
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:25:00 -0400
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake occurred in southeast Missouri, with additional reported shakes felt in numerous states across the South, according to the USGS.

How much rain will Chicago see by the end of April?
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:53:26 -0400
While temperatures in Chicago are climbing above average, rain is expected tomorrow morning as a cold front moves through.