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The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 bottle cap event rewards brain rot ? and I don't want to see another one
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:08:26 +0000
Call of Duty's latest leaderboard event doesn't crown a champion from the best players, it crowns the player who cheeses the system the most. I don't want another one.

Don?t Google the "Pocket Taco" while at work ? but you need to check it out if you love retro gaming
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:05:00 +0000
GameSir?s new Pocket Taco controller targets retro fans with a clever vertical layout, though its name steals a bit of the spotlight.

Last years most addictive Xbox Game Pass title gets a major new update
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:52:46 +0000
Ball x Pit is getting a free new content drop with The Regal Update, launching January 26.

Adobe and other SaaS stocks are taking a beating ? as traditional software companies struggle in the AI era ?
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:57:24 +0000
Is the era of Photoshop over? The stock market seems unconvinced of many traditional SaaS companies offerings as artificial intelligence takes center stage.

What is Bazzite, and is it better than Windows for PC gaming? I installed this trending Linux distribution to see for myself
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:29:21 +0000
Learn about this emerging Linux distribution and whether it's a threat to Windows. Does it lack too many features to appeal to anyone outside the gaming crowd?

Microsoft just issued emergency out of band updates for Windows 11 ? but it didn't fix this bug that makes Outlook "completely unusable"
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:35:03 +0000
Windows 11 quality control is sliding as emergency updates fix shutdown errors but leave a major Outlook Classic bug untouched and "unusable."

Adobe Photoshop spotted running on Linux with a Windows compatibility layer fix ? Creative Cloud's most killer apps could escape Microsoft and Apple exclusivity
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:17:28 +0000
Are Adobe's apps some of the only killer software keeping users on Windows 11? That might change soon, as a WINE breakthrough has Photoshop running on Linux.

AI-driven RAM shortages threaten more than just the PC market ? datacenters expected to consume 70% of global memory in 2026
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:39:18 +0000
A recent Wall Street Journal report details how there's no end in sight for the ongoing DRAM shortage, which will affect a lot more than just the PC market.

OpenAI rejected a Tesla merger years ago ? now Musk is misrepresenting the truth to promote his rival AI company, xAI
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:09:53 +0000
OpenAI accuses Elon Musk of misrepresenting the truth in his court filings by only sharing snippets of previous conversations that portrayed him favourably.

Opera's gamer?centric browser is coming to Steam Deck and Linux ? raising questions about whether Windows is losing its grip on PC gaming
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:01:51 +0000
Opera GX is set to arrive on Linux in Q1 2026, adding momentum to the platform?s steady growth as gamers and power users look for alternatives to an increasingly AI-driven Windows.

Razer's "NewGen" gaming chair is a breath of fresh air with comfy ergonomics and an affordable price to boot
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000
After suffering with lesser models, Razer offered its Iskur V2 X NewGen gaming chair as a palette cleanser. It fulfilled its promise, and I highly recommend it to any serious gamer. Here's why.

Does GTA 6 face further uncertainty? ? Explosion reported at Rockstar North Edinburgh office, no injuries confirmed
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:21:35 +0000
An early-morning incident at Rockstar North in Edinburgh prompted an emergency response following reports of a boiler-related explosion. No injuries were reported, and it remains unclear whether GTA 6?s development will be affected.

Blizzard's World of Warcraft roadmap shares its Player Housing vision of the future ? Guild Halls, neighbourhood expansions, and more
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:40:18 +0000
Blizzard Entertainment has recently disclosed its plans for what kind of gameplay content will be added for World of Warcraft's highly anticipated Player Housing feature, which we have summarized.

How to dual-boot Windows and SteamOS on Steam Deck ? the best method for native Game Pass and anti-cheat support
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
This guide explains the easiest and safest way to dual boot Windows and SteamOS on Steam Deck, covering partitioning, drivers, boot fixes, and common pitfalls to avoid data loss.

Microsoft Edge finally lets you hide the Copilot icon from the browser's toolbar ? Are you clicking ?remove??
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:26:07 +0000
Microsoft recently shipped a new update for Microsoft Edge in the Stable Channel, which allows users to hide the Copilot icon from the browser's toolbar.

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    Every change on the NASCAR Cup grid you need to know before 2026 season
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:41:27 +0000
    There was minimal movement throughout the NASCAR Cup Series garage during the off-season, but still enough to talk about. Beyond driver moves, there were also a couple of manufacturer changes and a flurry of crew chief swaps that will be notable stories to follow during the year.
    Here's a look at what's different for 2026:
    Drivers on the move

    Connor Zilisch, Trackhouse Racing ...Keep reading

    NASCAR Rule Book update formally abolishes The Playoffs
    Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:18:50 +0000
    A massive NASCAR Rule Book update was posted on Friday and removes every instance of ?the playoffs? and ?playoff points? to reflect the return of the Chase for the Championship format this season.
    Essentially, this codifies the new regulations with NASCAR also making several adjacent adjustments alongside other items that needed addressing after consideration over the ...Keep reading

    Dale Jr. says 2025 playoff format was making him 'fall out of love' with NASCAR
    Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:32:09 +0000
    Dale Earnhardt Jr. was one of those present for NASCAR's announcement earlier in the month, revealing the return of The Chase and more emphasis put on points-racing.
    He was a big fan of the changes, which those within the sport say adds legitimacy to the championship, even if the NASCAR Hall of Famer still prefers a full, 36-race format. He confirmed that in a recent episode of the Dale Jr ...Keep reading

    Greg Biffle's home burglarized by thieves weeks after fatal plane crash
    Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:46:59 +0000
    NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their son Ryder and his daughter Emma were among seven killed in a tragic plane crash on December 18th in Statesville, North Carolina. Dennis Dutton, son Jack Dutton, and Craig Wadsworth were also killed in the the accident, which remains under investigation from the NTSB.
    Weeks later, WCNC Charlotte and other local outlets report that the ...Keep reading

    Daytona 500 winner Ricky Stenhouse Jr. set to make NASCAR Truck debut
    Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:16:38 +0000
    Niece Motorsports has announced Ricky Stenhouse Jr. as the driver of the No. 45 Chevrolet Silverado in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season-opener at Daytona International Speedway.
    Stenhouse is a veteran of the NASCAR Cup Series with over 400 starts and four wins -- all at superspeedways. He won the summer Daytona race in 2017, but his crowning achievement came in 2023 as the winner of the ...Keep reading

    The pros and cons of NASCAR's new championship format for 2026
    Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:05:17 +0000
    NASCAR has a new championship format for 2026, and the overwhelming reaction has been positive. But what exactly has changed with this latest iteration and why is it such a good thing? Let's take a look:
    Looking over the format, it is much better in regards to rewarding the best driver during each particular season. The eliminations and multiple rounds/resets are completely gone, replaced by a ...Keep reading

    Cleetus McFarland considered quitting NASCAR after Greg Biffle's passing
    Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:10:37 +0000
    Garett Mitchell, better known as the popular YouTuber Cleetus McFarland, began his stock car racing career last year in the ARCA Menard's Series. He did so under the guidance of NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, who became close friends with Mitchell over the past 1.5 years.
    However, Biffle was among seven who lost their lives in December plane crash in Statesville, North Carolina. They were planning ...Keep reading

    Tony Stewart to make surprise NASCAR return with first Truck start in 20 years
    Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:17:51 +0000
    Three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart is back, at least for one race at the national level of NASCAR.
    Stewart, who is now 54 years old but still actively racing, will pilot the 'free agent' truck for Kaulig Racing and Ram in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season-opener at Daytona International Speedway. 'Smoke' hasn't started a NASCAR race since retiring from the Cup Series at ...Keep reading

    NASCAR drivers, legends say new format is about legitimacy
    Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:30:56 +0000
    The return of The Chase for the Championship has immediately been pitched to NASCAR fans as a return to civility.
    This of course doesn?t mean a loss of intensity or consequence but those who were part of the announcement on Monday at NASCAR Productions believe that points racing will result in a product that is a little more professional.
    And in the process, everyone involved ultimately ...Keep reading

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    Indiana wins college football national championship in thriller over Miami
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:22:35 GMT
    The Indiana Hoosiers defeated the Miami Hurricanes, 27-21, to secure their first-ever college football national championship at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday.

    ISIS fighters break free from Syrian jail amid chaotic government handover
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 03:10:10 GMT
    U.S. military boosts regional presence with F-15 fighter jets and USS Abraham Lincoln deployment as ISIS prison break highlights security risks amid Syria's political realignment.

    Gunmen abduct dozens of worshippers from multiple Nigerian churches using sophisticated weapons
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:51:43 GMT
    Gunmen allegedly abducted dozens of worshippers from two churches in Nigeria's Kaduna state, with security forces deployed to track the captors.

    Amanda Knox fires back at Matt Damon over cancel culture jail time comments
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:46:05 GMT
    Amanda Knox criticizes Matt Damon's comments comparing cancel culture to jail time, reigniting their feud over his 'Stillwater' film inspired by her case.

    Judge and wife shot in broad daylight in Indiana, sparking massive multi-agency investigation
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:45:09 GMT
    A manhunt is underway after Indiana judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were shot in their home on Sunday. Both victims survived the shooting.

    Dem Senator Warner admits Biden 'screwed up' the border, but claims ICE now targeting noncriminals
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:33:07 GMT
    Sen. Mark Warner admitted the Biden administration "screwed up" border security while criticizing the Trump administration's ICE tactics targeting people with no criminal record.

    Indiana's Curt Cignetti complains about lack of calls against Miami during halftime of national title game
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:31:46 GMT
    Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti complained about the lack of personal foul calls against the Miami Hurricanes in the college football national championship.

    Matt Damon claims Netflix wants movies to repeat plots in scenes because 'people are on their phones'
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:30:53 GMT
    Matt Damon claimed Netflix requests films reiterate the plot three or four times to accommodate viewers on phones during the "Joe Rogan Experience" podcast.

    Indiana's Fernando Mendoza left bloodied after huge hit from Miami defender
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:06:39 GMT
    Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza was bleeding from his lip in the first quarter of the national championship against the Miami Hurricanes.

    Minnesota AG Keith Ellison denies Don Lemon, anti-ICE protesters violated FACE Act as DOJ mulls charges
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 02:00:27 GMT
    Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison told liberal host Don Lemon that he nor the anti-ICE protesters were in violation of federal law as the DOJ mulls charges.

    Valentino Garavani, legendary Italian fashion designer, dead at 93
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:53:13 GMT
    Legendary fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93, leaving behind a legacy of glamorous red carpet gowns worn by Jackie Kennedy and Julia Roberts.

    Trump says media focuses too much on Minnesota ICE coverage, not enough on corruption allegations
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:39:19 GMT
    Trump accuses Minnesota officials of corruption and fraud totaling billions in taxpayer money while claiming media focuses too much on ICE enforcement instead.

    Bengals' Joe Burrow weighs in on controversial NFL playoffs moments: 'It's not the officials'
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:31:50 GMT
    The controversial NFL Playoffs moments has Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow weighing in, as he believes the officials got it correct.

    Poison?s drummer claims Bret Michaels? 600% pay demand led to 40th anniversary tour cancellation
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:30:23 GMT
    Poison's 40th anniversary tour canceled after Bret Michaels reportedly demanded 600% more money than bandmates, creating impossible financial split.

    Trump arrives at Indiana-Miami college football national championship
    Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:09:48 GMT
    President Donald Trump arrived at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, for the college football national championship on Monday night.
    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    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.
    ESPN Sports Headlines

    How Indiana completed the most unlikely turnaround in college football history
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:42:05 EST
    The program that was once the least successful in all of FBS is now the national champion.

    Hoosiers cap perfect season, win 1st national title
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    Indiana completed an undefeated season and won its first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in College Football Playoff final Monday night.

    Fins hire Packers DC Hafley as next head coach
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    The Miami Dolphins hired Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their next head coach, the club announced on Monday night.

    KU: Self to hospital out of caution, not with team
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self was hospitalized Monday out of caution and did not travel with the team to Colorado, the school announced.

    Knicks showered with boos in 'embarrassing' loss
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    The Knicks have gone from NBA Cup champions to not even being able to rule out the play-in tournament thanks to a January freefall that saw them lose for the ninth time in 11 games with their 114-97 defeat to the Mavericks.

    Toews gets rousing ovation in return to Chicago
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    Jonathan Toews returned to Chicago on Monday night with his hometown Jets, but it was clear that his first NHL city still counts him as one of its own.

    Bills fire McDermott; Beane promoted to president
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    The Bills fired coach Sean McDermott and promoted Brandon Beane to president after Buffalo again failed to reach the Super Bowl despite its regular-season success.

    King James aversion: LeBron not an ASG starter
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    For the first time in over two decades, LeBron James has not been voted an All-Star starter. A trio of former MVPs join Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama for the West. The East sports three first-time starters along with Giannis and Jalen Brunson.

    Bears' Williams: Wasn't on same page with Moore
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    Bears quarterback Caleb Williams stressed the importance of being on the same page with his wide receivers after DJ Moore faced criticism for his route-running effort in overtime.

    ? Big questions on Bills' coaching change
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:54 EST
    After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

    Way-Too-Early Top 25: Sizing up the top contenders for next season
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:25:49 EST
    Who will be raising the national championship trophy this time next year? We break down the teams to watch.

    Follow live: Tennis Australia under pressure to fix 'worst fan experience'
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:30:23 EST
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    Matt LaFleur's candidates to replace Packers DC Jeff Hafley could include Raheem Morris
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:13:37 EST
    Who are the other options LaFleur might be considering after getting his contract extension?

    Scenes that set the stage: Top sights and sounds from CFP title game
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:25:52 EST
    Here are all the top scenes from South Florida as the College Football Playoff national championship got underway.

    'Everyone has someone to cheer for': Inside Fernando Mendoza's Miami homecoming
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:34:23 EST
    Indiana's quarterback has deep roots in South Florida, creating some split loyalties for the title game.

    NBA All-Star rosters: Starters, snubs and biggest questions
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:36:02 EST
    The 2026 NBA All-Star starters are set. Who was the biggest surprise or snub? Which superstar duo are we most excited to see? Experts break it down.

    NBA midseason grades: Expectations exceeded, short-lived runs and what to watch
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:36:02 EST
    Kevin Pelton gives a grade for all 30 teams halfway through the season. Which teams exceeded expectations?

    Men's AP Top 25 poll reaction: Arizona solidifies spot, Kansas returns
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:59:05 EST
    The latest top-25 poll is out, featuring all three unbeaten teams. What's next for all 25 ranked teams?