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Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:27:15 +0000
Project Helix

Microsoft finally fixes the Windows 11 Insider mess with a preview program that makes sense (and actually lets you test its new features)
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000
The Windows Insider Program is streamlining the number of preview channels available, and scrapping its controlled feature rollout system for users who just want to test the features when they are announced.

Snapdragon X2 laptops need a quick update to stop getting the wrong graphics drivers
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:47:02 +0000
Early Snapdragon X2 laptops, including the ASUS Zenbook A16, were downloading incorrect graphics drivers. Qualcomm has issued a quick update that fixes the issue.

"The pro-aim function is like cheat mode for shooters": Who needs Xbox's Elite controller when this cheaper joypad plays better?
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:46:03 +0000
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra is a top-of-the-line controller for Xbox. Incredibly responsive controls, an OLED display, and other useful features are now yours for less with this 54% discount.

"This genuinely puts what Microsoft makes to shame": Someone built the best-looking app for Xbox Cloud Gaming ? on Apple TV
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:29:15 +0000
Xbox fans can now access their cloud library on Apple TV through Stratix, offering a promising but still early glimpse at what official support could look like.

Microsoft says Windows 11's bugs are all "resolved": At least the ones it knows about ? and new bugs are impossible to avoid
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:10:04 +0000
Microsoft's official documentation shows Windows 11 doesn't have any known issues, though users may still encounter glitches after updates.

Nascar

How to watch NASCAR Bristol triple-header: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:59:14 +0000
Tyler Reddick continues to lead the championship standings, 82 points ahead of Ryan Blaney. 
After taking a weekend off for Easter, the NASCAR Cup Series is back for Round 8 at Bristol Motor Speedway. They will be joined by the Craftsman Truck Series and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.
In this story, you can find all the information you need to watch this weekend's action in Bristol, from the ...Keep reading

Alex Bowman medically cleared to return for Bristol NASCAR race
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:38:38 +0000
Hendrick Motorsports has confirmed that Alex Bowman will be back behind the wheel of the No. 48 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet for this weekend's NASCAR Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway. He has been battling symptoms of vertigo for the past month.
The 32-year-old had to get out of the car mid-race at COTA, with Myatt Snider bringing the car to the checkered flag. After Anhony Alfredo filled ...Keep reading

Spire accuses Gibbs of ?newfound fantasies? and hypotheticals; Dickerson calls accusations ?preposterous?
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:44:27 +0000
In a Wednesday night legal filing, Spire Motorsports and co-owner Jeff Dickerson responded to Joe Gibbs Racing?s motion for expedited fact discovery with retorts that the Toyota flagship organization?s posture has devolved into a series of hypotheticals.
?In a case that is supposed to be about JGR?s ?crown jewels? and ?secret sauce,? JGR?s primary focus in the preliminary ...Keep reading

Chris Gabehart attempting to recover deleted texts; rejects Joe Gibbs Racing?s latest legal motion
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:03:44 +0000
Overall, Chris Gabehart, through his legal counsel, is objecting to the latest expedited discovery motions made to the court from former employer Joe Gibbs Racing but also says he is making efforts to recover the deleted texts with Spire co-owner Jeff Dickerson at the center of the latest legal wrangling.
Big picture, the Gabehart legal team wants these latest series of motions denied because ...Keep reading

NASCAR hires its first Director of Artificial Intelligence
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:43:46 +0000
Richard Bowman has been named NASCAR's first director of Artificial Intelligence. 
"Excited to share that I?m now Director, AI at NASCAR," Bowman said in a Linkedin post. "Even in my relatively short time here, it has been clear that this is an organization willing to engage seriously with both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with AI. I?m grateful for the chance to help ...Keep reading

Fox News Headlines

BROADCAST BIAS: From space to ceasefires, networks still paint Trump as the problem
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:56 GMT
From the Artemis moon mission to the Iran ceasefire, broadcast networks find negative angles on President Trump no matter the direction, media analyst argues.

Jillian Michaels tells Hannity she is done with Democrats, says the left 'keeps eating its own'
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:54 GMT
Jillian Michaels said she is done with the Democratic Party, telling Sean Hannity the left keeps "eating its own" over labels and identity politics.

As socialist mayor battles ICE, Seattle police and crime victims say repeat offenders are terrorizing the city
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:41 GMT
Seattle police and crime victims say Mayor Katie Wilson's feud with ICE distracts from rising crime driven by repeat offenders across the city.

Trump adversary running for Senate borrows his filibuster playbook
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:40 GMT
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' Senate platform includes filibuster reform that mirrors President Donald Trump and conservatives' own push for a talking filibuster in the Republican-led Senate.

Missing American?s husband had 'spotty' cell service during 8-hour trek to report disappearance: telecom boss
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:32 GMT
Brian Hooker spent 8 hours paddling a dinghy across a Bahamas channel after his wife Lynette reportedly fell overboard before he notified authorities.

Trump backs Hilton ahead of California GOP vote, testing Bianco?s grip on party endorsement
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:00:34 GMT
California Republicans vote this Sunday to endorse a candidate for governor after Trump backed Steve Hilton over rival Sheriff Chad Bianco last week.

Watchdog, GOP lawmaker warn NY voter registration systems lacks key safeguards
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:00:04 GMT
Election integrity group RITE and Rep. Claudia Tenney threatened federal court action over alleged New York voter registration violations.
Indy Car Racing

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.

Alex Palou takes pole for IndyCar race at Barber
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:17:25 GMT
The pole was not only Palou's first of the season, but also the thirteenth of his career and second straight at Barber Motorsports Park.

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.
ESPN Sports Headlines

McIlroy is all alone through 36 holes; can anyone catch him?
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:47:50 EST
One year after winning his first Masters, McIlroy has a record 6-shot lead and has 36 more holes to add.

Red-hot Rory sets Masters record with 6-shot lead
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:31 EST
Rory McIlroy closed with six birdies over his last seven holes to finish at 7-under 65 and push his lead to six shots on Friday, the largest at the Masters after 36 holes.

SGA, Jokic among at least 168 out NBA-wide Fri.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:31 EST
Around the NBA, no fewer than 168 players were held out of Friday's games, including reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, three-time MVP Nikola Jokic and 14 members of the Memphis Grizzlies.

Dodgers' Muncy caps 3-HR night with walk-off shot
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:31 EST
Max Muncy hit three home runs, including a game-winning, two-out solo blast in the ninth inning, to rally the Dodgers past the Rangers 8-7 on Friday night.

Wembanyama checks another 'box,' hits 65 games
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:32 EST
Victor Wembanyama reached the 65-game threshold for awards eligibility on Friday with a 40-point outing that included 13 rebounds in a 139-120 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Celtics tie NBA record with 29 3s; clinch 2-seed
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:31 EST
The Celtics tied the franchise and NBA record with 29 3s on their way to clinching the Eastern Conference's No. 2 playoff seed in a blowout win over the Pelicans on Friday night.

Sources: Griner finalizing 7-figure deal to join Sun
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:32 EST
Two-time WNBA scoring champion Brittney Griner is finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun, sources confirmed to ESPN's Alexa Philippou on Friday.

Redick: 'Everybody' wants to face hobbled Lakers
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:35:32 EST
Lakers coach JJ Redick believes other West teams that still have their seeding to be determined prefer L.A. as their first-round opponent in the playoffs.