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Battlefield 6 is finally cooking for real with its 2026 roadmap bringing awesome maps, a real server browser, and more ? but there's still one big problem
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:34:33 +0000
The official Battlefield 6 roadmap for 2026 is here, revealing that this year will add seven new maps, the return of naval warfare, and more.

"We can?t wait to tell you our new story": Read Metro 2039 dev 4A Games' letter to the community following Xbox's reveal of the long-awaited shooter
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:43:50 +0000
Following Xbox and 4A Games' reveal of the latter's upcoming FPS sequel Metro 2039, the game's devs wrote a heartfelt letter to the Metro community.

?The heir to the Stealth Pro is here? as Turtle Beach unveils a new flagship headset with upgraded sound, smarter features, and preorders already live
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:29:44 +0000
Turtle Beach has unveiled the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II wireless gaming headset along with details on its auditory capabilities, release date, and pre-order availability.

Xbox?s latest update is now live for everyone, and I think they?re getting a lot right, but can they keep up the momentum?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:15:58 +0000
Xbox?s April 2026 system update introduces per game Quick Resume controls, expanded Home customization, improved personalization, and new indicators for streaming and save data.

Xbox and Paramount have its Call of Duty movie release date, but it's pretty far off ? here's exactly when the film is coming out
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:56:56 +0000
Xbox and Paramount have officially announced the Call of Duty movie's release date, but don't expect it to come out soon; it's pretty far off.

"Darkest ever" Metro 2039 looks absolutely insane, but also painfully sobering ? Xbox First Look showcase offers our first glimpse at 4A Games' next epic
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:27:16 +0000
Metro remains one of the best and most immersive shooter franchises of its era, and Metro 2039 looks to absolutely continue that tradition. 4A games offers us our first glimpse in partnership with Xbox.

Nascar

How to watch NASCAR at Kansas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:04:39 +0000
Tyler Reddick continues to lead the championship standings, but Ryan Blaney is moving closer as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Kansas. He will also have a new jackman after recent issues with the Penske pit crew.
Ty Gibbs finally broke through for his first Cup win in his 131st career start last weekend at Bristol, besting Blaney in a photo finish.
At Kansas, the Cup Series will be joined by ...Keep reading

Kevin Harvick says Alex Bowman needs to win to keep Hendrick job
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:26:33 +0000
With all due respect to Alex Bowman?s recovery from vertigo, and return to the Hendrick Motorsports No. 48 over the weekend after missing four NASCAR Cup Series races, now it?s time for the 32-year-old to save his job.
Everyone downplays it, but Bowman is in a contract year, and having faced several medical issues over the years while also not winning at the scope of his superstar ...Keep reading

Team Penske makes a change to Ryan Blaney's pit crew
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:48:34 +0000
In recent weeks, Ryan Blaney has grown increasingly frustrated with mistakes on pit road and slow stops from the No. 12 Team Penske Ford crew. Crew chief Jonathan Hassler has been fairly open about the problems as well, and the need to improve.
Despite winning at Phoenix, he had to overcome multiple issues on pit road during that race, and it was a similar story en route to a runner-up finish ...Keep reading

Rockstar Energy partners with NASCAR star Tyler Reddick
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:30:13 +0000
Driving the No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota co-owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan and future NASCAR Hall of Famer Denny Hamlin, NASCAR Cup Series star Tyler Reddick has had a dream start to the 2026 season.
He won the season-opening Daytona 500 with a dramatic last-lap pass and went on to win the opening three races of the season -- something no other driver in NASCAR Cup history had previously ...Keep reading

Chris Gabehart responds to JGR restraining order accusation
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:08:59 +0000
On Monday night, Joe Gibbs Racing submitted to the Western District of North Carolina photographs from over the weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway that accused Chris Gabehart of violating a temporary restraining order.
Specifically, as part of the lawsuit from JGR that alleges a ?brazen scheme? from Gabehart to steal and potentially share proprietary information in violation of a non-compete ...Keep reading


Fox News Headlines

Left-wing host blasts AOC as 'weak,' says she only engages critics who are 100% friendly
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:00:35 GMT
Ana Kasparian criticized Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for what she called devastating "weakness" on Israel votes during a segment of "The Young Turks" on Friday.

Daughter of missing American woman touches down in Bahamas, slams stepdad after he fled amid investigation
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:28:24 GMT
The daughter of missing Bahamas woman Lynette Hooker arrived on Great Abaco Island and lashed out at stepfather Brian Hooker, who left for the U.S. abruptly.

US general warns Russia may be developing nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:22:19 GMT
U.S. Space Command chief says he is very concerned Russia may be developing a nuclear weapon in space that could disrupt satellites and daily life on Earth.

The WNBA's Wings can't shield Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd from relationship questions forever
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:15:20 GMT
The Dallas Wings cut off a fair question about Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers' relationship, turning a simple moment into a bigger story than it needed to be.

House lawmakers express disgust over Swalwell not being exposed sooner: 'It's shameful'
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:12:33 GMT
Lawmakers from both parties express alarm over Rep. Eric Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct as Capitol Hill debates how to prevent future abuses.

Shouting match erupts between RFK Jr and Dem lawmaker over his comments about Black children
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:30 GMT
RFK Jr. and Rep. Terri Sewell clashed during a budget hearing over his past podcast comments about Black children allegedly needing to be re-parented.

Boston to give LGBTQ+ migrants vouchers for yoga, meditation, ?creative healing?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:21 GMT
Boston has partnered with a nonprofit to offer LGBTQ+ migrants wellness vouchers for yoga, massages and more as the city reportedly faces a $48.4M deficit.


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

Stanley Cup contender flaws: Biggest issues for the NHL's top playoff teams
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:58:03 EST
No NHL team is perfect, and postseason opponents will be certain to key in on these areas of weakness.

Playoff watch: What's at stake on the season's final day
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:58:03 EST
There are six games left to finalize playoff seeding and draft lottery order. Here's a rundown of what's on tap.

Report: Penix, Njoku among targets used in fraud
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
A former Alabama defensive end is accused of using wigs and fake IDs to impersonate NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans, with a report identifying Michael Penix Jr., David Njoku and Xavier McKinney as the targeted players.

Trout's latest blast caps 5-homer series in Bronx
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
Mike Trout homered for the fifth time during a four-game series at Yankee Stadium by crushing a 446-foot drive in the seventh inning.3,

Judge grants Oklahoma LB Heinecke extra year
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
A district court judge has granted Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke a preliminary injunction, handing him an additional year of eligibility in 2026.

NCAA recommends earlier start to football season
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
An NCAA committee recommended Thursday that Football Bowl Subdivision teams play a 12-game schedule over 14 weeks beginning in 2027 with the season starting on the Thursday of what is now designated Week 0.

Chargers GM shuts down Johnston trade rumors
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz shut down trade rumors surrounding wide receiver Quentin Johnston on Thursday.

Wings stifle Fudd-Bueckers relationship questions
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:38:56 EST
The WNBA's Wings shut down a question to No. 1 overall draft pick Azzi Fudd about her relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers, which the two made public in 2025.