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Review roundup: RTX Spark's biggest surprise isn't performance
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:03:32 +0000
Experts are praising RTX Spark's AI, GPU, and creator-focused performance ahead of tomorrow's first full laptop reviews.

Activision marketing chief admits that Black Ops 7 was not a success
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:31 +0000
In a new interview, the marketing chief at Activision has admitted that Black Ops 7 "missed the mark" and talks about how they go forward into Modern Warfare 4.

I opened ASUS' gigantic $2,499 ROG Xbox Ally X20 Pelican case, and there's a lot to unpack, literally
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:53:22 +0000
The $2,499 ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle is unapologetically excessive, packing ASUS' 20th-anniversary handheld alongside XREAL AR glasses, a custom dbrand Killswitch, and a massive Pelican case. I've unboxed the whole thing, but after spending time with the X20, its OLED display and ridiculously loud speakers might be the real stars.

Microsoft's new Windows 11 pitch isn't AI. It's a faster, less annoying PC
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:36:38 +0000
Months of Microsoft promises are finally leading to an improved Windows 11, but is it enough to convince people to buy a new PC?

Halo: Combat Evolved is running on Nintendo 64 with split-screen multiplayer
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:11:10 +0000
Halo-64 brings Halo: Combat Evolved multiplayer to the Nintendo 64, featuring all 13 multiplayer maps, four-player split-screen, bots, Firefight, and Rumble Pak support.

Microsoft Edge may ditch Favorites for Bookmarks
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:54:21 +0000
Microsoft Edge may soon swap Favorites for Bookmarks, a small change that could make switching from Chrome feel more natural.

Nascar

Spire, Chris Gabehart reject Joe Gibbs Racing premise on deleted texts
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:12:45 +0000
In addition to wanting the Western District of North Carolina to allow for contempt of court hearings to proceed against Spire and Chris Gabehart, Joe Gibbs Racing is also seeking sanctions against the latter for text messages deleted that contained a conversation with Jeff Dickerson.
Specifically, JGR is asking the court to allow the trial jury in February to consider an ?adverse ...Keep reading

Ricky Stenhouse explains his side of Michael McDowell conflict
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:17:12 +0000
Whatever tension existed between Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Michael McDowell ended as quickly as it began on Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
After the race, Stenhouse drove up to McDowell during the cool down lap to trade paint before coming down to pit road. McDowell gave it right back and ultimately spun Stenhouse in Turn 4.
There was a relatively cordial conversation on pit road and that ...Keep reading

Why NASCAR is not penalizing Stenhouse, McDowell for post-race theatrics
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:09:08 +0000
NASCAR typically issues penalties reports by the end of business day on Tuesday but no later than Wednesday.
There has been nothing issued thus far and nothing is coming.
In other words, there were no technical infractions to deal with following the race weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway but also no punitive actions against Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Michael McDowell for their post-race ...Keep reading

Dale Jr. explains why he doesn't use 'Earnhardt' in his signature
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:42:50 +0000
Dale Earnhardt Jr. remains one of the most popular figures in NASCAR today, and the two-time Daytona 500 winner can't go anywhere without fans wanting an autograph or a picture. He won the Most Popular Driver award every year between 2002 and his final season in 2017, and was elected to the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2021.
On his weekly podcast, the Dale Jr. Download, he revealed a bit of the ...Keep reading

NASCAR to allow brake rotor and pad changes after Phoenix qualifying
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:16:09 +0000
No doubt with feedback provided by teams, NASCAR is going to allow teams to change front brake pads and rotors after practice and qualifying on Saturday at Phoenix Raceway.
Specifically, the following policy change was issued to teams on Wednesday.
At Phoenix Raceway, Teams will be given the option to remove and replace Front Brake Rotors and Pads only, following P/Q on Saturday. No other ...Keep reading


Fox News Headlines

Country music's dominant hunting season continues as Koe Wetzel bags a monster bull elk
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:15:13 GMT
Koe Wetzel showed off a massive bull elk harvest on Instagram with his compound bow, captioning the post with just two words: "Oklahoma Breakdown."

Ilhan Omar's husband snaps over rumors she fled US after federal immigration fraud raid
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:02:13 GMT
Tim Mynett was spotted at the couple's D.C. home as HSI's fraud investigation into Ilhan Omar's immigration paperwork intensifies with new subpoenas.

Grammy winner praises Ella Langley for canceling concert over safety concerns: 'She did the right thing'
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:22 GMT
Wynonna Judd backed Ella Langley's concert cancellation over safety concerns and urged fans to focus on the young country star's music and talent.

Active shooter report at Oregon elementary school draws large police response
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:58:45 GMT
Bend police responded to Silver Rail Elementary School after an active shooter report, directing families to a nearby church for reunification.

Ilhan Omar?s husband insists he has ?no concerns? amid federal immigration investigation
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:57:51 GMT
Tim Mynett says he has "no concerns" after HSI agents raided his and Ilhan Omar's D.C. home as subpoenas reach multiple family members nearby.

Guardians shut down Rays behind pitching staff, epic Petey Halpin bat-flip for Game 3 win to take series lead
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:49:03 GMT
Petey Halpin's towering 385-foot two-run homer powered the Cleveland Guardians past the Tampa Bay Rays after weather moved the Game 3 start to 1 p.m. ET.

Christmas gifts she'll actually use (and love)
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:48:58 GMT
From cozy home upgrades to LEGO building sets and beauty essentials, these gifts are a practical and thoughtful way to say Merry Christmas.


Indy Car Racing

'Let's fight' | IndyCar driver Jack Harvey diagnosed with cancer, still plans to compete in 2027
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:10:01 GMT
The IndyCar driver and FOX Sports Driver analyst announced he's fighting cancer, saying, "I?ve never backed away from a challenge in my life."

Chip Ganassi Racing signs Christian Lundgaard to replace Scott Dixon in the famed No. 9 car
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:19:35 GMT
The 46-year-old Dixon and Chip Ganassi Racing parted ways after 25 seasons, 59 wins and a victory in the Indianapolis 500.

Dennis Hauger joins AJ Foyt Racing for 2027 IndyCar season, replacing Santino Ferrucci
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:04:18 GMT
Hauger, who won the 2025 Indy NXT championship and then earned IndyCar Rookie of the Year Honors in 2026, will pilot the No. 14 Chevrolet full-time in 2027.

Scott McLaughlin snaps 2-year winless streak with victory in IndyCar season finale at Laguna Seca
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:14:55 GMT
McLaughlin dominated the race, leading 87 out of 95 laps, to score his eighth career IndyCar win and first since becoming a father.

Scott McLaughlin tops champ Alex Palou in IndyCar qualifying at Laguna Seca
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:32:27 GMT
McLaughlin just barely beat newly-crowned five-time series champion Palou to score his third pole position of the season and secure the 250th pole for Chevrolet.

Conor Daly joins Dreyer & Reinbold Racing for full IndyCar campaign in 2027
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:17:47 GMT
Along with the driver announcement, Dreyer & Reinbold Racing also confirmed the team will switch from Chevrolet to Honda engines.

Mick Schumacher joining Meyer Shank Racing for 2027 IndyCar season
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:32:17 GMT
The announcement means Schumacher will reunite with Marcus Armstrong, who was one of his teammates at Prema Racing during his Formula 3 championship run in 2018.

IndyCar schedules first oval test for new chassis at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:27:47 GMT
IMS says fans will be able to watch the test for free in the Turn 2 viewing mounds.


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