I tested Acer's new Swift Go 16 AI, and this affordable OLED laptop impressed me more than I had expected
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Acer's Swift Go 16 AI laptop offers surprisingly strong performance, a colorful OLED screen, and long battery life, but I found some issues that hold it back.

Razer?s Soma Chroma is the wireless RGB gaming chair your setup didn?t know it needed, and it?s way better than I expected
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:45:39 +0000
Razer?s Soma Chroma is a wireless RGB gaming chair powered by a simple USB?C power bank, keeping your setup clean while adding reactive lighting to your entire battlestation. The real surprise is the comfort. Dual?density foam, an ergonomic lumbar arch, and a reinforced frame make it feel like a genuine upgrade, not just an RGB stunt.

We explain why Cloud rebuild is one of Windows 11?s most important new features, and how it lets you recover your PC without a USB drive or complicated steps
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:14:59 +0000
Microsoft's Cloud rebuild for Windows 11 downloads a fresh installation and drivers from Windows Update. Here's how it works and what to know.

John Carmack responds to Microsoft laying off id Software staff, and his comments hit hard for fans who watched him help build DOOM from the ground up
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:35:54 +0000
In the wake of id Software's layoffs by Microsoft as part of its restructuring of Xbox's game studios, one of the studio's founders, John Carmack, took to social media to share his thoughts on the situation.

"We still have the crew we need": Xbox's DOOM dev id Software responds to layoffs, assures fans "we're going to keep building the great games and tech"
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:38:00 +0000
Xbox's DOOM studio id Software has officially responded to cuts at the developer, promising players that it will go on and continue working on new games.

"Our next steps are to mobilize": Bethesda union members are protesting Xbox's layoffs with a 'Save Our Devs' march next week after 440 ZeniMax cuts
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:20:05 +0000
Union workers at Bethesda are marching against Xbox layoffs at ZeniMax studios next week during a protest that will be held across four cities.

Why NASCAR at Atlanta is pure chaos and now must-watch TV
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:13 +0000
Next up on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule is EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta), and it's a race that is unique among the rest of the tracks on the NASCAR schedule.
Following a massive reconfiguration project after the 2021 season, it is neither a true intermediate nor a proper superspeedway these days, but a strange hybrid of the two.
But since the start of the Next Gen era in 2022, it has ...Keep reading

Zane Smith bluntly calls out 'coward' Carson Hocevar and his fans
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:15:02 +0000
In an appearance on the 'Bussin with the Boys' podcast, Front Row Motorsports driver Zane Smith did not mince words while bluntly discussing his opinion of Carson Hocevar
The two tangled at Chicagoland last weekend, with Smith wrecking Hocevar from behind, ultimately taking himself into the wall with the Spire Motorsport driver. These two were once teammates at Spire as well.
Late in the ...Keep reading

How to watch NASCAR at Atlanta and Lime Rock: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:50:49 +0000
NASCAR is racing at both Atlanta and Lime Rock this weekend, with the top two divisions taking on EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta for another wild drafting race. TNT Sports is broadcasting the Cup race as the third of five events in their summer stretch, with all races simultaneously streamed on HBO Max along with live on-board cameras.
Chase Briscoe earned his first win of the 2026 season last ...Keep reading

The race to the NASCAR Chase is on: Who are the favorites?
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:22:01 +0000
Earlier in the weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, when asked about his championship chances under the new Chase for the Championship format, Chase Briscoe said he would need to start winning in bunches.
Why?
After running thousands of simulations, NASCAR stated that nearly 70 percent of eventual champions started the final 10 races from inside the top five. That is because the top-16 in the ...Keep reading

NASCAR official says not enough evidence to penalize Shane Van Gisbergen at Chicagoland
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:19:27 +0000
Ultimately, NASCAR Cup Series managing director Brad Moran said the sanctioning body didn?t see anything that quite arose to a penalty regarding the various on-track incidents involving Shane Van Gisbergen, Austin Hill, Zane Smith and Carson Hocevar on Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway.
On Lap 48, Hill was spun hard into the wall off the nose of Van Gisbergen, and the Richard Childress Racing ...Keep reading

Harvard astronomer tapped to lead White House UFO council says US government 'baffled by what they are seeing'
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:44:17 GMT
Avi Loeb's scientific advisory council has requested over 50 Pentagon videos and documents related to UAP sightings under a new transparency push.

2026 World Cup Young Player of the Tournament Odds: Lamine Yamal Favored
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:39:50 GMT
Can anyone ? or anything ? stop Lamine Yamal from winning Young Player of the Tournament at the World Cup? See the odds.

2026 World Cup Golden Boot Odds: Mbappé Favored After Goal vs. Morocco
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:38:06 GMT
The superstars have shined at the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far. Check out the latest Golden Boot odds after Kylian Mbappé's goal against Morocco.

2026 World Cup Golden Glove: Simón, Maignan In Heated Contest
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:37:17 GMT
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Glove odds are rounding into shape as the tournament reaches a conclusion.

2026 World Cup Semifinal Odds: Which Nations Are Favored To Reach Final Four?
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:34:32 GMT
Which nations are most likely to make the final four? See the latest odds to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals.

2026 World Cup Quarterfinal Odds: Which Squads Will Advance?
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:24:39 GMT
Check out the latest odds for the quarterfinal matchups at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Internet is up in arms about ESPN FPI rankings, but everyone is missing one key point
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:22:58 GMT
ESPN's Football Power Index sparks outrage over SEC bias claims, but angry critics are missing a key distinction between a rating and a ranking.

First standalone IndyCar video game in over 20 years delayed again
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:43:21 GMT
The game is now set to be launched in the countdown to the 2027 Indianapolis 500.

Indy 500 winners Dixon, Rosenqvist sign multiyear deals to begin racing for Arrow McLaren in 2027
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:27:44 GMT
The team also announced 2014 Indy 500 winner Ryan Hunter-Reay will drive in the 111th Running of the Indianapolis 500 next May.

Meyer Shank Racing extends Marcus Armstrong's contract; will drive No. 60 car in 2027
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:25:58 GMT
Meyer Shark Racing announced Friday Armstrong has signed a multi-year contract extension that will keep him with the racing team.

REPORT: Indy 500 winners Felix Rosenqvist, Scott Dixon heading to Arrow McLaren
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:06:25 GMT
Felix Rosenqvist, who won his first Indy 500 in thrilling fashion this May, and 2008 winner Scott Dixon will join Arrow McLaren in 2027, ESPN reported Wednesday.

Indy 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist leaving team at end of IndyCar season
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:07:14 GMT
Just a month after winning the Indy 500, the driver announced he will be leaving his team at the end of the season.

Christian Lundgaard goes from last to first to win at Road America for 3rd career IndyCar victory
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:08:12 GMT
Lundgaard damaged his front wing at the start of the race, but he fought back to earn his second win of the season.

Alex Palou earns 5th straight IndyCar pole in Road America qualifying
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:31:51 GMT
The last time there was an IndyCar race that did not have Alex Palou on the pole was the Long Beach Grand Prix ? in April.

'It's pathetic' | IndyCar driver Graham Rahal calls Indianapolis a 'complete dump' on social media
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:38:34 GMT
Rahal complained of security concerns at a recent event he said he hosted in Indianapolis.

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Sources: Bam struck Herro in Vegas altercation
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:14 EST
Former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro got into a physical altercation at a practice court in a Las Vegas hotel Friday morning, during which Adebayo struck Herro in the head area, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

Strong debut caps 'emotional' day for Bulls' Wilso...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his summer league debut Friday night, the second most in a Las Vegas debut since the event began in 2004.

South Africa's Adams, who played at WC, dies at 25...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died aged 25, the South African Football Players Union has confirmed.

Saint-Supery exits Gonzaga, signs with Valencia
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
EuroLeague squad Valencia announced that it had signed Mario Saint-Supery, who was a standout freshman at Gonzaga last season.

Ryu sets LPGA major record with 60 at Evian
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
Haeran Ryu set the scoring record for LPGA majors Saturday with an 11-under 60, giving the South Korean a three-shot lead in the Evian Championship as she goes for a second straight major title.

Iggy: LeBron's Dubs interest tribute to Curry's pu...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
Andre Iguodala, the 2015 Finals MVP in the first of the Warriors' three titles over LeBron James' Cavaliers, says that the fact that Golden State is even a consideration for James in his free agency search is a testament to Stephen Curry.

NBPA urges fix, says 2nd apron hurts players, fans...
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
NBPA executive director David Kelly said the league's "second apron" is forcing teams to make decisions that are "not basketball decisions" and hurting players for the benefit of "cost control."

Kane says Haaland 'completely different' than me
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:37:15 EST
Harry Kane played down comparisons with Erling Haaland on Friday and vowed England are ready to peak in the World Cup's latter stages.

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Severe storms reload, take aim at New England as shifting heat dome moves in over region
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 11:24:13 -0400
A shifting heat dome is setting the stage for severe weather across much of New England, with increasing heat and humidity expected to fuel thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds by midweek.

After Great White Shark attack, Australia's most populated state doubles down on drone shark patrols
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:00:19 -0400
Following a series of shark attacks, New South Wales is investing more than A$120 million to expand shark detection, drone surveillance and beach safety along Australia's busiest coastline.

1 remains missing following devastating flooding in Missouri, with more storms, heavy rain on the way
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:14:39 -0400
Following a day of intense flash flooding across the Heartland, the threat of both severe thunderstorms and flash flooding continues into Saturday.

Raging Summit Fire erupts in Los Angeles County, triggering urgent evacuations and threatening structures
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:18:44 -0400
The fast-moving Summit Fire erupted in Los Angeles County on Friday, burning more than 2,500 acres north of the Angeles National Forest and prompting evacuation orders and warnings for communities near Llano.

Watch: Drone reveals devastating flash flooding sweeping through southeastern Missouri with more rain to come
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:43:57 -0400
Southeastern Missouri was hit hard by flash flooding on Friday morning as heavy rain caused rivers and creeks to surpass their banks and wreak havoc on local communities.

Scorching heat dome fuels dangerous, record-threatening heat wave across the West
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:05:20 -0400
The heat is on across much of the West as a dangerous, potentially record-breaking heat wave tightens its grip on the region. Heat alerts stretch across numerous states, with temperatures forecast to challenge daily, monthly and even all-time records through the weekend and into next week.