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"The ROG Strix G16 tears through basically everything you can throw at it": this is best AMD gaming laptop we've used thus far and nothing's topped it
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:26:26 +0000
If you're looking for one of the best gaming laptops around with powerful performance rates, then we highly recommend the ASUS ROG Strix G16. It's one of our favorites for its godly performance rates, and it's currently on sale for a 10% discount.

'Pragmata' (PC, Xbox) Review ? "A game that separates itself from humanity"
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:16:55 +0000
Capcom delivers another hit with Pragmata's dashing combat and expressive human story.

Windows 11 no longer forces you to install updates when setting up your PC ? ending mandatory 30 minute update process forever
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:35:11 +0000
A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold.

Qualcomm's next PC gaming move on Snapdragon X starts with 25 "adapted" titles from NetEase, Marvel Rivals included
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:20:31 +0000
Is Marvel Rivals running natively on Snapdragon X laptops? Qualcomm's gradual gaming push continues with a collaboration with NetEase and 25 "adapted" games.

"It started as a meme, but I think I might actually leave this on my PC": Enthusiast builds a "Superdome" PC cooler out of Noctua fans, and it works way better than anyone expected
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:58:01 +0000
YouTube Major Hardware went into this project expecting to land a meme, but the end result is too good to abandon. Here's how you, too, can build a 15-fan side panel for your gaming PC.

Microsoft is shutting down Outlook Lite on Android and pushing users to the full Outlook app ? a move that raises questions about Microsoft?s long?term mobile strategy
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:45:59 +0000
After announcing its intentions to kill the Outlook Lite app about eight months ago, a firm end-of-life date has now been revealed. It's time to find an alternative if you haven't already.

Nascar

Winners and losers from a grueling NASCAR Cup race at Bristol
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:03:40 +0000
Ty Gibbs held on against a charging Ryan Blaney at Bristol Motor Speedway to become the 207th different winner in NASCAR Cup Series history this past weekend.
The 500-lap event was pushed into overtime, leaving three drivers on three different tire strategies to battle it out for the win. Larson on two fresh right-sides had led the most laps, Blaney with four fresh tires was clearly the fastest ...Keep reading

Ty Gibbs first win is about validation but they don't see it that way
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:19:10 +0000
There was a degree of validation attached to winning the Food City 500 on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway for Ty Gibbs, crew chief Tyler Allen and team owner and grandfather Coach Joe Gibbs.
That last title is especially relevant.
One thing that has been uncovered since Joe Gibbs Racing sued former competition director Chris Gabehart in February is a conviction from the defendant that Coach ...Keep reading

Ryan Blaney, Jonathan Hassler bit by no-win scenario
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:28:06 +0000
Jonathan Hassler was introduced to the Kobayashi Maru test on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway.
For those who are not fans of Star Trek, this is basically a no-win scenario exercise that basically just tests your decision-making prowess when presented with two options that were not going to produce a victory.
Now, to be fair to the test, Ryan Blaney nearly drove the Penske No. 12 car back to ...Keep reading

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Bristol spring race
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:15:05 +0000
After 500 laps of racing at Bristol Motor Speedway, Ryan Blaney has moved closer to the points lead, now 62 markers behind Tyler Reddick, who has led the standings all year.
After earning his first career win, Ty Gibbs has jumped up to fourth in the standings. 
After a mid-race crash, Shane van Gisbergen has fallen to the Chase cut line, and is just one-point clear of Chase Briscoe.
The ...Keep reading

Official race results: NASCAR Cup 2026 Bristol spring race
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:48:01 +0000
Ty Gibbs became the 207th different driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race, beating Ryan Blaney in a 0.055s photo finish at Bristol Motor Speedway. It was the closest Cup finish at Bristol in 35 years.
Blaney had to settle for second while Kyle Larson, who won both stages and led 284 of 500 laps, finished third. Championship leader Tyler Reddick was fourth, and Chase Briscoe was fifth.
Todd ...Keep reading

Fox News Headlines

The best cooling pajamas for hot sleepers, starting at $16
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:23:54 GMT
Find lightweight, breathable pajamas for hot sleepers and night sweats from Quince, Old Navy and Gap. Styles include shorts, T-shirts, long sleeves and pants.

FBI raids Texas home of suspect accused of throwing Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's San Francisco house
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:19:06 GMT
FBI agents raided the Spring, Texas, home of a 20-year-old suspect accused of hurling a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco house.

Dave Chappelle says he?s considering revisiting ?Chappelle?s Show? decades after walking away
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:09:45 GMT
Dave Chappelle says he is now considering a "Chappelle's Show" revival, marking a notable shift from his long-held stance against returning.

Tyler Robinson's defense calls on expert from Kohberger case to argue bias in jury pool
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:08:48 GMT
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson's defense taps Bryan Kohberger's former expert witness to fight courtroom cameras, biased publicity at Friday hearing.

Florida teacher accused of sex with student whose parents tracked his location
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:07:43 GMT
Florida math teacher Kirsten Rose faces five counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor after authorities say the student's parents tracked their son's location.

Swalwell faces House ethics probe over alleged sexual misconduct as expulsion threat looms
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:00:13 GMT
The House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell following allegations of sexual misconduct.

Ancient ocean mystery deepens as long-misidentified fossil is finally revealed by researchers
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:50:33 GMT
The world's oldest octopus fossil is no longer an octopus. A new study by researchers says the 300-million-year-old creature was actually a relative of a nautilus.
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

Are Mets and Dodgers bad for baseball? Inside their big spending as most expensive MLB series ever begins
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:52:35 EST
When New York and L.A. collide this week, big-money baseball will be on display at a never-seen-before level.

Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:06 EST
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to a report published on Sunday.

Sources: Malone's UNC lands transfer Avdalas
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:06 EST
Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas has committed to North Carolina, sources told ESPN, giving new coach Michael Malone his first big addition with the Tar Heels.

Reeling Astros place Pena, Imai on injury list
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:07 EST
The Astros continue to be snakebit as shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring) and starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai (arm fatigue) both were placed on the injury list.

Veteran goaltender Quick, 40, says he's retiring
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:07 EST
Jonathan Quick says he is retiring at age 40 after nearly two decades in the NHL, a stretch during which he was one of the best goaltenders of his generation.

Russell delivers 'video game' vibe to Tide offense
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:07 EST
Alabama QB Keelon Russell, a five-star recruit in 2025 who redshirted last season, gave a "video game" feel to the Crimson Tide's offense in the spring game.

Gators' Sumrall promises to 'wake this beast up'
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:07 EST
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall challenged his team, especially the offensive line, to hit the weight room and get stronger, saying "it's time to wake this thing up."

Rivers out as Bucks coach after three seasons
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:21:06 EST
Doc Rivers is out as the head coach of the Bucks, but the franchise and Rivers are discussing whether he will move to an advisory role in the organization, sources said.