Windows Central

Xbox is quietly shutting down a pretty major console feature ? here's when it's going away
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:56:18 +0000
Xbox is shutting down Social Clubs on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in April 2026. Here is what is changing, what happens to existing clubs, and how players can stay connected using other features.

Quality Thunderbolt 5 docks don't get any cheaper than this ? Wavlink's new Thunderlight station is an easy recommendation at full price, never mind this limited-time deal
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:33:23 +0000
Wavlink's Thunderlight docking station proves that Thunderbolt 5 docks don't have to cost an arm and a leg. This limited-time deal is indeed very limited, so don't wait too long.

Helldivers 2 hackers just tried cheating the Cyberstan Major Order with "in-game exploits," but the devs cracked down ? and now it's harder for everyone
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:08:28 +0000
After Helldivers 2 cheaters used "in-game exploits" to try and get an easy Major Order win, the Battle for Cyberstan just became harder. Thanks, "dissidents."

One of the first Copilot PCs with 120Hz AMOLED is now under $900 and still holds up surprisingly well
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:00:36 +0000
We have found a massive 33% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge, one of the first laptops ever made with Copilot+ AI that still holds up today with its Snapdragon X Elite CPU, vibrant AMOLED display, and other rich features.

Microsoft warns attackers can secretly manipulate AI recommendations
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:40:32 +0000
Microsoft has warned of a new tactic called AI Recommendation Poisoning, where hidden instructions inside links can manipulate an assistant?s memory and bias future recommendations. The company advises users to review and clear saved AI memories to reduce risk.

Is this former PlayStation exclusive hinting at a possible Xbox version?
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:32:26 +0000
Shift Up has stated it is reviewing platform expansion beyond PS5 and PC for Stellar Blade, positioning 2026 as a transitional year for the franchise and sparking speculation about a possible Xbox release.

This new open-source tool brings Warcraft flair and classic Wololo sounds to your coding workflow
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:00:48 +0000
Coding doesn't have to be boring; you can spice it up a little bit and work work like a Peon! Add PeonPing to your AI coding app, and you'll never be held back by a silent terminal again.

Windows 11 is testing new 2026 features ? and some of them are already changing how the OS feels
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:01:15 +0000
Check out the latest Windows 11 Insider builds in 2026, including System Monitor, AI Narrator, camera updates, and WebP desktop backgrounds.

Lenovo's "Mac Mini competitor" is a perfect Windows PC for productivity ? and it's also never been cheaper than right now during President's Day sales
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:31:50 +0000
Lenovo's IdeaCentre Mini x is a compact PC with some impressive specs, including a Snapdragon SoC and 32GB of RAM. We loved it enough to give it a Best Award, and we know you'll love this massive 34% discount available for a limited time.

Someone got Minecraft running on a Sega Saturn and it?s as ridiculous as it sounds
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:16:31 +0000
A developer has successfully ported a playable version of Minecraft to the Sega Saturn. While currently limited in features, the homebrew project allows players to place and destroy blocks.

Microsoft put Weezer?s Buddy Holly on Windows 95 just for "fun" ? but only after a legal battle no one talks about
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:34:38 +0000
Microsoft?s lawyers had to consult Happy Days reps, including The Fonz, to secure Weezer?s Buddy Holly video for the Windows 95 CD.

Diablo 4 developers chat War Plans, the overhaul of Skill Trees and the "Heaven and Hell" relationship between Warlock and Paladin
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:56:43 +0000
We chat about everything endgame and progression with the Diablo 4 developers ahead of the Lord of Hatred expansion, which will be the biggest overhaul of Diablo systems to date.

Microsoft's AI CEO shares another warning that AI could make "most, if not all" white-collar jobs extinct in the next 12-18 months
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:21:00 +0000
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman predicts most white-collar tasks will be automated within 18 months, potentially reshaping the future of work as we know it.

This third-party project is exactly the type of Copilot I'd want to use every day on my Windows 11 PC
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:15:00 +0000
I'm of the opinion that AI tools can be useful, but also need to get out of the way and not command all your attention. Which is exactly what this third-party GitHub Copilot app does, while still looking like it's part of Windows 11.

Capcom shadow-drops Dino Crisis 1 and 2 onto Steam with a surprising discount ? is it gauging interest for a series comeback?
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:11:00 +0000
The classic survival horror game Dino Crisis and its action game sequel, Dino Crisis 2, have been re-released on Steam out of nowhere by Capcom, each with a 50% discount.


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    All ways NASCAR teams are honoring Greg Biffle at Daytona
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:05:22 +0000
    On December 18th, 2025, a plane crashed in Statesville, North Carolina. There were seven lives lost in that accident -- Dennis Dutton and his son Jack,  Craig Wadsworth, but also NASCAR legend Greg Biffle alongside his wife Cristina, their son Ryder, and his daughter Emma.
    Biffle was a champion of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, as well as the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. He went on ...Keep reading

    Hendrick would have signed Kyle Larson to lifetime deal if he could
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:11:53 +0000
    The last time Hendrick Motorsports had a tandem like Kyle Larson and Cliff Daniels, the driver (Jeff Gordon) was signed to a lifetime contract and the crew chief (Ray Evernham) left to form a factory team for Dodge.
    Rick Hendrick was very adamant, with the two-time champions both on a contract year, to not lose his latest dynasty to any sort of free agency or market shift.
    ?Well, it was ...Keep reading

    Official starting lineup for the 2026 Daytona 500
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:05:03 +0000
    Kyle Busch will lead the field to the green flag in this Sunday's Daytona 500, driving the No. 8 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet. Chase Briscoe will join him on the front row for 'The Great American Race' after these two topped qualifying on Wednesday.
    But after the Duel qualifying races on Thursday, which were won by Joey Logano and Chase Elliott, we now know the starting positions for the ...Keep reading

    Duel shows why anything is possible in the Daytona 500
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:20:32 +0000
    Just like everyone predicted, BJ McLeod Motorsports and Garage 66 made it into the Daytona 500 over cars fielded by RFK Racing, Front Row Motorsports and a Richard Childress Racing affiliate.
    In the words of Casey Mears, driving the Garage66 for Carl Long, anything can happen at Daytona.
    It?s the reason McLeod and Mears signed up to drive figurative knives to a figurative gunfight. When ...Keep reading

    Anthony Alfredo disqualified, removed from Daytona 500 field
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:44 +0000
    Anthony Alfredo's Daytona 500 dream has come to a bitter end. After racing his way into the 2026 season-opener, his No. 62 Beard Motorsports Chevrolet failed post-race inspection.
    Alfredo finished 18th in Duel #2, besting both BJ McLeod and JJ Yeley to race his way into the 500. He failed to qualify for the race in 2025, and was extremely emotional over the prospect of competing in NASCAR's ...Keep reading

    Chase Elliott wins Duel #2 in caution-free race
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:17:08 +0000
    After a wildly chaotic Duel #1, things were far calmer in the second Duel qualifying race. Chase Elliott captured the checkered flag in the No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet, followed by Carson Hocevar, Kyle Larson, Michael McDowell, and Christopher Bell.
    The two Hendrick and Spire cars up front worked closely together to control the finish, and none of them made a move on each other until ...Keep reading

    Joey Logano wins Duel #1 as Mears full-throttles into wreck to make the Daytona 500
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:00:12 +0000
    The first Duel at Daytona ended in dramatic fashion. Joey Logano captured the checkered flag in a 1-2 finish for Team Penske, but all eyes were on the battle to make the Daytona 500.
    The open battle: Casey Mears had spun in an earlier incident, and Chander Smith suffered damage in another wreck. That cleared the way for Corey LaJoie to make the race, but he got turned on the final lap in a ...Keep reading

    There were four winners after Daytona 500 qualifying
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:36:41 +0000
    As always by the end of Wednesday night at the modern Daytona 500, there were four groups of winners after qualifying for the Great American Race.
    Kyle Busch and the Richard Childress Racing No. 8Chase Briscoe and Joe Gibbs Racing No. 19Corey Heim and the 23XI Racing No. 67Justin Allgaier and the JR Motorsports No. 40
    Busch and Briscoe locked into the front row while Heim and Allgaier posted ...Keep reading

    Official starting lineup for the Daytona Duel qualifying races
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:15:50 +0000
    On Wednesday evening, Kyle Busch rocketed to the top of the speed charts in the No. 8 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet, securing pole position for this weekend's Daytona 500. He will share the front row with the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota of Chase Briscoe, which means these two drivers will be the pole-sitters for their respective Duel races.
    In Duel #1, it will be Busch and Ryan Preece ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    'Doubling down on stupid': Newsom, AOC, trash Trump at European summit as they raise 2028 profiles
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:44:33 GMT
    Democratic leaders Newsom and Ocasio-Cortez blast Trump at Munich Security Conference, positioning for potential 2028 runs while criticizing his agenda.

    Trump comments on why FBI has not yet taken over Nancy Guthrie case, whether cartels possibly involved
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:35:48 GMT
    President Donald Trump commented to reporters outside the White House on why the FBI has not taken over the probe into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

    US troops blasted through steel doors 'like it was like papier-mache' to snatch Maduro, Trump says
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:32:45 GMT
    President Donald Trump recounted the military operation that captured Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro during a Fort Bragg, North Carolina, event honoring U.S. special forces Friday.

    Alarming cancer symptoms highlighted by popular actor's early death
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:25:27 GMT
    Conversation starters, celebrity health reveals, healthy living hacks and medical cautions: Here's what you missed in Fox News Health this week

    Court rules Brian Flores' discrimination case against NFL will proceed in open court instead of arbitration
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:19:32 GMT
    A federal court ruled Friday that Brian Flores' NFL discrimination lawsuit will proceed in open court, rejecting the league's push for private arbitration.

    Jason Aldean's brutal 7-word takedown of Zach Bryan after 'cringe' TPUSA halftime insult
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:18:50 GMT
    Jason Aldean fires back at Zach Bryan's criticism with a sharp comment after the country singer's parody song targeting the TPUSA halftime show performers.

    Lindsey Vonn awaits answers on next surgical steps after Olympic crash
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:09:01 GMT
    Lindsey Vonn remains hospitalized awaiting surgery after crashing 13 seconds into her Olympic comeback race. The American skier competed with a ruptured ACL and faces a fourth surgery.

    Kevin McCarthy calls Gavin Newsom?s leadership a ?failure,? warns California is on ?downward slope?
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:00:36 GMT
    Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom's leadership, citing outmigration and corporate departures as evidence of failed policies.

    Catholics, conservatives cheer ouster of ex-Miss California from WH religious panel after hijacking hearing
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:58:04 GMT
    Former Miss California Carrie Prejean Boller ousted from Trump's Religious Liberty Commission amid controversy over her remarks at a hearing on antisemitism.

    More Hollywood stars are choosing silence over political commentary in heated climate
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:53:13 GMT
    Kevin James, Neil Patrick Harris and Michelle Yeoh declined to comment on U.S. politics during recent interviews, choosing to avoid political commentary amid America's heated climate.

    Last-minute Valentine's Day gifts that are sure to impress ? flowers, sweets and more
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:39:11 GMT
    Stress less this Valentine?s Day with thoughtful, deliverable gifts ? from flowers to food ? that arrive on time.

    15 clever, affordable upgrades to make your home feel new again
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:33:27 GMT
    Cushion covers and knife-sharpening kits are low-cost upgrades that can give your home a fresh look without a full makeover.

    Don Lemon formally arraigned, pleads not guilty on charges stemming from viral Minnesota church storming
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:31:23 GMT
    Don Lemon last month livestreamed aggressive agitators storming St. Paul's Cities Church under the suspicion that its pastor had collaborated with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

    Genealogy company exec slams Pima sheriff's 'devastating' move to ship Nancy Guthrie evidence to Florida lab
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:26:07 GMT
    DNA testing company Othram slams Pima County Sheriff for sending Nancy Guthrie case evidence to Florida lab instead of FBI, calling decision "devastating."

    Walmart sales records become critical evidence as FBI investigates Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:24:30 GMT
    Walmart surveillance has become key evidence in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as investigators use retail data to narrow suspects, expert Jason Pack says.


    Indy Car Racing

    James Hinchcliffe making NASCAR debut in Truck Series race at St. Petersburg
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:54:38 GMT
    Hinchcliffe joins Dario Franchitti as former IndyCar drivers competing in the first street race in NASCAR Truck Series history.

    IndyCar announces historic deal with Honda, Chevrolet
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:27:49 GMT
    Each Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) agreement will begin in 2027 and run for several years.

    Phil Krueger, 2-time Indy 500 starter, dies at 74
    Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:22:14 GMT
    Krueger, who entered ten Indy 500s from 1981 through 1991, died Feb. 9 after sustaining injuries from a fall at his home in Freetown, according to his obituary.

    President Trump announces new IndyCar race in Washington, DC
    Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:18:50 GMT
    An executive order says the Freedom 250 will run near the National Mall in conjunction with the celebration of America's 250th birthday.

    Tim Cindric returns to Team Penske as Scott McLaughlin's race strategist
    Thu, 29 Jan 2026 22:56:09 GMT
    Cindric had previously been the team president and race strategist for Josef Newgarden.

    Indy 500 champ Josef Newgarden is still getting acclimated to seeing former teammates in new places
    Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:36:15 GMT
    Newgarden is still trying to get acclimated to seeing longtime teammate Will Power and Ron Ruzewski, Penske?s ex-managing director, working together at a rival team.

    Alex Palou ordered to pay McLaren Racing $12M in breach of contract suit
    Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:07:19 GMT
    It is not clear if Chip Ganassi, the team owner Palou drives for in IndyCar, is covering any of the losses.

    Why Colton Herta is leaving IndyCar for junior series F2
    Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:43:19 GMT
    Herta says he hopes to race in the Indianapolis 500, despite potential conflicts with his F2 schedule.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Win projections for all 30 MLB teams -- and how the offseason changed expectations
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:30:17 EST
    Fans love a big splash but don't always get one. Here's what some non-moves mean for each team's playoff forecast.

    Offseason grades for every big move
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:30:18 EST
    We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

    Paul announces NBA retirement after 21 seasons
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    Chris Paul announced his retirement from the NBA via a social media post Friday. Paul had previously said he would retire at the end of this season, his 21st NBA campaign.

    Vonn set for 4th surgery, eyes U.S. return after
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:40 EST
    American skier Lindsey Vonn says she will have another surgery on her broken left leg Saturday in Italy and that she hopes to "go back home" soon after.

    Phillies manager 'proud' of Castellanos admission
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    A day after the Phillies released Nick Castellanos, manager Rob Thomson said Friday he was "proud" that the outfielder owned up to his mistake of bringing a beer into the dugout last June.

    Grateful Naumov: 'Hope I made everyone proud'
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:39 EST
    The last conversation that Maxim Naumov had with his parents was about following in their footsteps to the Olympics.

    Free agent Beasley to play for Bad Bunny in PR
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    Free agent Malik Beasley has signed a deal to play in Puerto Rico for Grammy Award-winning artist Bad Bunny's team, Santurce Crabbers, both parties told ESPN's Shams Charania on Friday.

    Big Ten details 24-team CFP plan, no title games
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    The Big Ten is circulating an internal document that lays out what a 24-team CFP would look like, including the elimination of conference championship games, a 23+1 selection model and an additional weekend of on-campus CFP home games.

    Vesia grateful for support after daughter's death
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    Alex Vesia was back with the Los Angeles Dodgers at spring training Friday, less than four months after the death of his infant daughter, Sterling, that caused him to miss last year's World Series.

    Bills' Brady adds Fox to staff as senior assistant
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    New Bills coach Joe Brady has added NFL head coaching experience to his staff, hiring John Fox as a senior assistant coach. The Bills announced Fox and more of the team's coaching staff, which now includes 20 assistants, on Friday.

    ? Lapsed fan's guide to fantasy baseball
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:44:23 EST
    Everything you need to know about the 2026 season for the fan who has been away and is looking to dive back in.

    2026 Winter Olympics: Ilia Malinin, U.S. curling history, U.S. women's hockey and more
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:30:38 EST
    Friday at the Winter Olympics includes Ilia Malinin skating for gold and U.S. women's ice hockey in the quarterfinals.

    Inside the controversy around the French ice dance team's Olympic gold
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:30:38 EST
    The French team's victory in ice dance has drawn criticism for a number of reasons. We break it down.

    Follow live: Italy faces United States in Quarterfinal
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:37:11 EST
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    Slam dunks, global games, emerging stars: What to watch on All-Star Weekend
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:30:04 EST
    Our experts break down what to watch over the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend and their picks for contests, competitions and more.

    Beyond dunking: Mac McClung's quest for full NBA roster status
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:40:08 EST
    Jumping over cars -- and Shaq -- wins fans but doesn't translate into the talents recruiters want to see

    Men's Bracketology: Don't sleep on this year's bubble
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:29:08 EST
    The Last Four In and First Four Out groupings feature teams with big wins -- and high potential for March.

    Watch guide: UConn-Georgetown, Arizona-Texas Tech carry big stakes
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:29:08 EST
    With projected 1-seeds in high-profile games, the door is open for movement at the top of the bracket.