Xbox Helix and Steam ? and why it no longer makes sense
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:20:29 +0000
One of the coolest new features of the next-gen Xbox is the promise of PC-like openness. But ... does it still make sense from a strategic point of view? Does it still fit Xbox's wider plan under Asha? Let's discuss.

Xbox and PlayStation have both proved our impending all-digital future is going to be awful
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:04:38 +0000
Both Xbox and PlayStation have suffered major outages in the last few days, which is a really awesome precursor to our all-digital future.

After years of PC-building snobbery, I'm ready to admit pre-builts are no longer taboo ? Here's why I'm rethinking my DIY stance
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:26:09 +0000
Pre-built gaming PCs used to have a very bad reputation, especially amongst those who put together their own systems. But with skewed component markets, a focus on quality, and far fewer proprietary parts, I think it's high time to rethink the pre-built PC taboo.

The dark state of gaming has been mentally clawing at me ? but this early?access Xbox?on?PC hack?and?slash snapped me out of it
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:04:33 +0000
I was recently gifted an Xbox on PC copy of the early access version of Tears of Metal, a roguelite hack-and-slash inspired by Dynasty Warriors that's coming soon to Xbox consoles, and I'm loving what I'm seeing thus far.

Final Fantasy XIV's new 'Bastian' Job makes World of Warcraft's tank classes look lame. Here's how I think Blizzard should fix WoW to respond.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:44 +0000
I had recently caught wind of Final Fantasy 14's newest Tank role Job called the 'Bastion'. As a World of Warcraft player, I'm extremely jealous of this Job because it looks much cooler than the Tank Classes WoW has to offer. So I believe it's time that Blizzard took note of Square Enix's work and added new Tank jobs that take advantage of Warcraft's unique lore and setting to entice people to play it more.

A cheap ergonomic mouse just showed me what the MX Vertical has been missing all along (and exposed its biggest flaw)
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:48:02 +0000
The ProtoArc EM11 Pro nails horizontal scrolling and quiet clicking, but its awkward grip keeps the Logitech MX Vertical on my desk.

Corey Heim is accomplishing feats NASCAR hasn't seen in decades
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:12:31 +0000
Corey Heim is a special driver, and I think we were already aware of that even before his recent Cup victories. He's won 26 Truck races in less than 100 starts, and toppled various records there en route to his 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series title.
But there's always an adjustment period when a rising star moves up to Cup, right? Well, maybe not for Heim. 23XI Racing being a top-level team ...Keep reading

Tommy Baldwin Jr. leaves role as Rick Ware Racing competition director
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:32:44 +0000
On this week's episode of the Door Bumper Clear podcast, Tommy Baldwin Jr. revealed that he is no longer working with Rick Ware Racing, a single-car team that fields the No. 51 Cup entry for driver Cody Ware. He served as the competition director for RWR since April, 2023.
 "I'm no longer with Rick Ware Racing," Baldwin said at the opening of the show. "We decided, Rick and I, that our ...Keep reading

Watch: Noah Gragson targets Connor Zilisch after block as tempers overflow
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:12:29 +0000
Noah Gragson has been involved in a couple of on-track scuffles in recent weeks, most notably when he brought on the wrath of ex-F1 driver Kevin Magnussen in San Diego, leading to a viral post-race confrontation. He also sent Cody Ware spinning at Sonoma after some back-and-forth with the Rick Ware Racing driver.
At Indianapolis Motor Speedway, he was involved in another skirmish, but this time ...Keep reading

Winners and losers from a strategy-dominated Brickyard 400
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:32:53 +0000
The Brickyard 400 is now in the rearview, and NASCAR teams have one final off-weekend before 14 consecutive races to end the season. The pressure is on for teams around the cut-line, while the favorites try to better position themselves for the Chase reset in just over a month.
But despite all that, it was a part-timer kissing the bricks as Corey Heim earned his second win of the year in just ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin points to team moment that lost him the Brickyard 400
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:40:01 +0000
With 34 laps to go, the green flag waved for what would be the final restart of the 2026 Brickyard 400.
Denny Hamlin, making his 18th start in the race, held the lead with Corey Heim to his outside. The part-time 23XI Racing driver surged ahead of Hamlin, clearing him into Turn 1, but Hamlin got back underneath him by diving super low in the short chute approaching Turn 2.
Heim put Hamlin ...Keep reading

Blackburn unveils bill to keep biological men out of Daughters of the American Revolution
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:55:27 GMT
Sen. Marsha Blackburn's bill would amend the DAR's federal charter to require biological women membership after the group voted against a born-female rule.

World-famous Catholic shrine torched, 'Devil in a skirt' scrawled on Virgin Mary statue
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:52:42 GMT
Surveillance footage shows a man pouring gasoline on the altar at St. James Church as the Medjugorje shrine was vandalized days before a major festival.

Spanish soccer player makes good on his promise to get tattoo of team's manager after World Cup win
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:41:29 GMT
Marc Cucurella followed through on his pre-tournament pledge, getting a tattoo of manager Luis de la Fuente holding the World Cup trophy on his arm.

Trump says heroic teen lifeguard who saved boy from towering waves deserves White House honor
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:41:18 GMT
Trump says the California teen who repeatedly disappeared beneath crashing waves while saving a child showed extraordinary courage worthy of national recognition.

Hot bobsledder Desi Johnson gets in touch with nature, ?Shark Lady? breaks world record & woke brewery busted
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:30:04 GMT
NFL training camp is here, Minocqua Brewing Company loses its permit, and bobsledder Desi Johnson escapes to Kyrgyzstan for a nature retreat.

Minnesota Vikings suspend defensive backs coach Gerald Alexander after DWI guilty plea
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:22:40 GMT
Gerald Alexander's blood alcohol level was more than twice the Minnesota legal limit, leading to a guilty plea and and a three-week team suspension.

40% off or more: Save on Amazon beach essentials before summer ends
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:14:26 GMT
Save 40% or more on Amazon beach essentials, including towels, coolers, sandals, rash guards and more for your next beach day.

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing agrees to purchase 1 IndyCar charter from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:47:02 GMT
The transaction between DRR and RLL is still subject to IndyCar approval, with more details to be announced at a later date.

President Trump hosts top IndyCar racers to promote DC street race
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:33:04 GMT
President Trump enlisted star IndyCar racers, a simulated pit stop and a pair of high-powered sports cars as he revved up excitement for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.

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.