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I sent my Xbox ROG Ally X away for repair, and now it's back ? but I've already moved on to another handheld (with some guilt)
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000
The Xbox ROG Ally X that betrayed me is back, but I've found solace in the detachable arms of the Lenovo Legion GO and don't know if I can go back.

HP is not taking Apple's MacBook Neo lying down ? it's just discounted one of its laptops with superior RAM and storage with a whopping $650 off
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:26:43 +0000
The HP Omnibook 5 with a 14-inch OLED 2K display, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and Snapdragon X processor has been given an insane 57% discount as part of HP's response to Apple's MacBook Neo making waves on the internet.

Beloved Fallout composer says Bethesda's Todd Howard is a "visionary" ? and that critics of Xbox's Starfield "were just not ready" for the controversial RPG
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:10:23 +0000
Fallout and Starfield composer Inon Zur believes one day, we'll all think Xbox's Starfield is a "legendary" RPG, and that Todd Howard is a "visionary."

Ex-Xbox exec Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' just joined this legendary gaming brand, but he says it's not his "full time gig" ? "I am still working on that"
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:47:33 +0000
Former Xbox programming director Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb has joined Commodore, but it's not his "full time gig." Could he return to Xbox at some point?

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Microsoft's Xbox AI assistant Gaming Copilot is coming to consoles this year, and not stopping there ? "We will continue to bring it to more services that players are playing"
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:34:46 +0000
Nearly a full year after its introduction, Microsoft has announced the Xbox AI Gaming Copilot is coming to consoles later in 2026.

Microsoft just fixed my BIGGEST gripe about the Windows 11 setup experience ? power users rejoice!
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:33:56 +0000
The latest Windows 11 preview build introduces the ability to specify a custom user directory for your account, something both macOS and Linux have supported for decades.

How to complete the New Orders Operator Order and unlock the Bogey Camo in Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:56:52 +0000
Black Ops Royale has a bunch of new Operator Order challenges with exclusive rewards. Here's how to complete New Orders and unlock the Bogey Camo.

4 new Microsoft Teams features coming next month, including AI you'll actually use and a must-have feature for saving time
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:46:17 +0000
Windows 11 March 2026 update adds native Sysmon, WebP wallpapers, Taskbar speed test, Quick Machine Recovery for Pro, and more.

Xbox just wiped out most of the excuses game developers use to skip the platform
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:32:51 +0000
Microsoft has significantly streamlined Xbox development, cutting onboarding time to about 30 minutes and introducing Foundation Mode, which gives developers free access to PlayFab cross platform backend services when shipping games on Xbox.

How to complete the Memories Operator Order and unlock the Landfall Operator skin in Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:22:43 +0000
One of the nine Operator Orders in Black Ops Royale is Memories, rewarding an Operator skin for Mason. Here's how to complete it and unlock the reward.

Square Enix shadowdrops Bravely Default onto Xbox and PC ? I'm so happy to see this classic JRPG finally escape Nintendo's prison for other platforms
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:04:54 +0000
Out of nowhere, Square Enix has announced that it's releasing another classic JRPG from its backlog onto Xbox and PC, the turn-based throwback to early Final Fantasy games called Bravely Default.

Microsoft confirms Project Helix with a custom AMD chip built for next?gen Xbox, plus new FSR Diamond tech that promises sharper, cleaner visuals for everyone
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:42:58 +0000
Microsoft has revealed the first hardware details for Project Helix, the next generation Xbox console. The system will use a custom AMD system on chip and feature new technologies such as FSR Diamond, DirectStorage, and improved ray tracing performance.

Yes, you can run Windows apps on the MacBook Neo ? but Parallels Desktop warns of 8GB memory constraints
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:24:01 +0000
Apple?s MacBook Neo can technically run Parallels, but the reality of Windows performance on Neo may disappoint.

This stellar Xbox controller with 1,000Hz polling on PC drops below $40, making it an affordable and accurate wired alternative
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:50:57 +0000
Walmart is offering a 33% discount on the GameSir G7 SE Wired Xbox controller, taking its already budget-friendly price to a near bargain-bin price that's way cheaper than the official Xbox controller.


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    Joe Gibbs Racing push back on Spire 'trade' deal; discovery rebuttal
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:47:33 +0000
    ?There is no innocent explanation for secretly accessing, reviewing, and selectively deleting an employer's confidential files after your employment has ended and you are negotiating with a direct competitor. Gabehart's belief that he was acting in secret is itself powerful evidence of wrongful intent.?
    This is part of the basis in which Joe Gibbs Racing believes the Western District of ...Keep reading

    NASCAR is changing pit stall cleaning procedures, restricting teams
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:27:20 +0000
    This week, NASCAR notified crew chiefs about the Sanctioning Body's updated rules for cleaning pit boxes during the race weekend.
    Previously, teams would use all manner of tactics and chemicals to ensure as much grip as possible in their assigned stall, looking for any possible advantage while aiming to prevent cars from sliding through their boxes.
    But as of March 12th, cleaning of pit box ...Keep reading

    How to watch NASCAR 2026 at Las Vegas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:25:03 +0000
    Tyler Reddick leads the championship standings by 60 points over Ryan Blaney, who earned an impressive victory at Phoenix Raceway last weekend.
    NASCAR now heads to Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where Josh Berry is the defending race winner. He is also the most recent first-time winner in the Cup Series.
    In this story, you can find all the information you need to watch this weekend's action in ...Keep reading

    Ty Gibbs uninjured in airborne sprint car crash, flipping into the fence
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:32:16 +0000
    Ty Gibbs was competing in the 2026 High Limit Racing season-opener at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway dirt track on Thursday Night, which is just outside the 1.5-mile intermediate track where the NASCAR Cup Series will be racing this weekend.
    Driving a 410 winged sprint car, Gibbs was running fourth when he made contact with Corey Day -- a regular in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series ...Keep reading

    Who will be NASCAR's next first-time winner, one year after its last?
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:43:20 +0000
    12 months ago at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Josh Berry wheeled the historic #21 Wood Brothers Racing Ford into Victory Lane and became the 206th different winner in NASCAR Cup Series history.
    It was a surprise win with Berry leading just 18 laps, and since then, no other driver has added their name to the NASCAR Cup Series winners list.
    Before Berry, Harrison Burton won for the first time in ...Keep reading

    Jeff Dickerson replies to all things Gibbs, Gabehart in legal filing
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:30:53 +0000
    In a legal filing posted late on Wednesday night, Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson detailed his long personal relationship with Chris Gabehart and expressed deep disappointment in the lawsuit filed against them by Joe Gibbs Racing.
    Prior to team ownership, Dickerson served as an ex-grassroots racer, sports agent and spotter, whom eventually co-founded the Spire Sports+Entertainment ...Keep reading

    Chris Gabehart, Spire want reciprocal expedited discovery against Gibbs
    Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:55:29 +0000
    In a late Wednesday night series of court filings, Chris Gabehart and his retained attorneys responded to or otherwise addressed the continued legal claims made against him and Spire Motorsports by Joe Gibbs Racing.
    The first document filed to the docket was a second first-person declaration in which the former engineer, crew chief and competition director made the case that his role as Chief ...Keep reading

    How drivers and crew chief aggression was responsible for tire issues at Phoenix
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:33:26 +0000
    It was really easy on Sunday to see flat tires or tires come apart during the Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway and say ?tire failure? but everyone with a reputable resume know that teams with problems were largely responsible for their fate.  
    As best described by Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 crew chief Adam Stevens, there is a risk-versus-reward balance
    ?It?s so tough,? Stevens said ...Keep reading

    Justin Allgaier to replace Alex Bowman at Hendrick for Las Vegas Cup race
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:05:42 +0000
    Hendrick Motorsports will put 2024 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series champion Justin Allgaier behind the wheel of the #48 Chevrolet for this weekend's race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
    Alex Bowman was forced out of the car mid-race at COTA with Myatt Snider finishing the event for him, and later in the week, he was diagnosed with vertigo. HMS sim driver Anthony Alfredo drove the car at Phoenix ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Etiquette expert goes viral for revealing the proper way to eat cereal: 'Diabolical'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:18:50 GMT
    Viral video shows British etiquette coach's controversial cereal eating technique using spoon and fork, sparking heated debate with over 5 million views.

    Actress Madison Pettis opens up about breakup with NBA star Michael Porter Jr: 'He was a psychopath'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:13:09 GMT
    Madison Pettis claimed ex-boyfriend NBA star Michael Porter Jr. was a "psychopath" in shocking podcast revelation about their past relationship breakup.

    Bill Maher slams Oscars, says Hollywood is 'a secret cabal of people terrified of looking like racists'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:08:23 GMT
    Bill Maher criticized the persistent push behind the #OscarsSoWhite campaign, claiming Hollywood has made significant progress on diversity at the Academy Awards ceremony.

    US offers $10M reward for info on Iran?s new supreme leader, top IRGC officials
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:58:46 GMT
    The U.S. is offering a $10 million reward for intel on Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and IRGC officials accused of attacks against Americans.

    Iran using AI to control global narrative as regime can't win on the battlefield, former security chief warns
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:15:41 GMT
    Former CISA director warns Iran is allegedly using AI to create false narratives about winning against the U.S., urging people to be careful about online content.

    Former Utah State volleyball star says SJSU trans scandal caused injured fingers, shattered dreams
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:05:52 GMT
    Former Utah State star athlete Kaylie Ray talks about the "helplessness" of competing against a transgender player and the fall out from forfeiting games that season.

    Gina Gershon reveals 'creepy' encounter with man who later murdered Playboy Playmate Dorothy Stratten
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:44 GMT
    Gina Gershon reveals "creepy" encounter with Paul Snider in new memoir. The actress recalls meeting Dorothy Stratten's killer weeks before the 1980 murder.

    Cleanest cruise lines revealed after CDC surprise sanitation inspections
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:24 GMT
    Study finds cleanest cruise ships still face viral outbreaks, as CDC data shows no link between sanitation scores and onboard illness despite inspections.

    Trump compared by MS NOW contributor to a less 'serious' Hitler who's 'selling merch'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:15 GMT
    MS NOW contributor Anand Giridharadas said President Donald Trump was a less serious form Hitler because at least the Nazi leader didn't sell merchandise.

    Ex-Dem senator admits to affair with former bodyguard in explosive court filing: 'Romantic and Intimate'
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:14 GMT
    Sinema, the former Arizona senator, outlined details of the affair in a new court filing seeking to dismiss an 'alienation of affection' lawsuit filed by her bodyguard's estranged wife.

    Nicole Kidman's absolute non-negotiable rule for on-screen kisses with co-stars
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:57:35 GMT
    Nicole Kidman reveals her biggest dealbreaker for filming kissing scenes: bad breath. The actress shares candid thoughts on intimate scenes and co-stars.

    Walker Hayes says kids had ?front-row seat? to struggles, including ?alcoholic dad?
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:31:30 GMT
    Country singer Walker Hayes opens up about his journey from working at Costco and battling alcoholism.

    Joe Rogan blasts life in Hollywood for 'fake' people and 'groupthink' politics
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:10:18 GMT
    Joe Rogan explains why he preferred being around fighters and comedians over Hollywood actors, producers and casting agents during his time in Los Angeles entertainment industry.

    'Undertone' Review: An unsettling horror film that's meant to be heard
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:00:40 GMT
    Fox News Digital reviews A24's new horror film "Undertone" starring Nina Kiri and Adam DiMarco as two paranormal podcasters. Written and directed by Ian Tuason.

    Woman's alarming cancer symptoms blamed on pregnancy for years before stage 3 diagnosis
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:00:10 GMT
    Los Angeles mom Marisa Peters had her colorectal cancer symptoms dismissed by doctors for five years before her stage 3 diagnosis. Now, she's an early intervention advocate.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    James Hinchcliffe making NASCAR debut in Truck Series race at St. Petersburg
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:54:38 GMT
    Hinchcliffe joins Dario Franchitti as former IndyCar drivers competing in the first street race in NASCAR Truck Series history.

    IndyCar announces historic deal with Honda, Chevrolet
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:27:49 GMT
    Each Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) agreement will begin in 2027 and run for several years.

    Phil Krueger, 2-time Indy 500 starter, dies at 74
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:22:14 GMT
    Krueger, who entered ten Indy 500s from 1981 through 1991, died Feb. 9 after sustaining injuries from a fall at his home in Freetown, according to his obituary.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Men's Bracketology: The SEC teams that will sweat out Selection Sunday
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:17:05 EST
    Texas, Oklahoma and Auburn are all hanging around the cut line. Only the Sooners currently control their destiny.

    Men's Bubble Watch: SDSU's win over New Mexico has big implications
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:17:14 EST
    How did the bubble battle in the Mountain West impact the tourney field?

    WNBA: Urgent need to reach new CBA by Monday
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert told reporters that there is urgency to get a new CBA done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the preseason calendar, including training camp and preseason games.

    U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:10:00 EST
    The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.

    Bradley beats buzzer to put Arizona in Big 12 final
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    Jaden Bradley hit a fallaway jumper at the buzzer to send No. 2 Arizona to the Big 12 tournament final with an 82-80 win over Iowa State.

    UCLA loses Bilodeau, takes out No. 8 Michigan St.
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    UCLA star Tyler Bilodeau suffered a right leg injury that will likely sideline him for at least one game, but the Bruins held off No. 8 Michigan State 88-84 to advance to the Big Ten tournament semifinals.

    Leafs star Matthews (MCL) to miss rest of season
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has a torn MCL in his left knee and will miss the rest of the NHL season.

    Warriors lose 4 more to injury as slide continues
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    Warriors coach Steve Kerr said his team is "as beaten up as any team I can ever remember" after losing four more players to injury and dropping their fourth straight to fall two games behind the Clippers for the West's eighth seed.

    Antonelli breaks F1 record with Chinese GP pole
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    Kimi Antonelli became the youngest pole-sitter in Formula 1 history after George Russell was struck down by a gearbox problem in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix.

    MAC commish predicts 2 bids after Miami (OH) loss
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    MAC commissioner Jon A. Steinbrecher is confident his conference will get two teams into the NCAA tournament for the first time in 27 years despite Miami (Ohio) losing to UMass in the league quarterfinals after going 31-0 in the regular season.

    ? Passan's ultimate MLB season preview
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:09:59 EST
    Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.

    Women's Bracketology: Bubble fate could boil down to Princeton and Ivy final
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:18:20 EST
    Richmond, Nebraska and Arizona State will breathe easier if Princeton wins the Ivy and keeps it a one-bid league.

    Which NFL teams have improved the most in free agency? Five rosters that made the best moves
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:30:37 EST
    We picked out the teams that took the biggest steps forward this week through their signings and other moves -- including the 49ers.

    Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:30:37 EST
    We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.

    NHL playoff watch: Bruins-Capitals the highlight of a 14-game slate
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:42:26 EST
    A whole lot of hockey will be played Saturday. Here's the schedule, plus full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

    From Team Japan to MLB stars: Who could be next to make the jump?
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:08:35 EST
    The World Baseball Classic has given fans a chance to see Japan's best players before they hit the majors. Here's who to keep an eye on this year.

    Projecting all 30 MLB teams based on how busy -- or passive -- they were this winter
    Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:12:42 EST
    Fans want a big offseason splash. But does staying the course actually lead to better results?

    NWSL needs its stars to shine, as Rodman and Wilson return to action
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:17:26 EST
    The story that the NWSL is trying to tell is one of star power, quality and entertainment. And that's why it needs its biggest stars on the field.