Windows Central

Chaotic co-op, cozy bug collecting, and a brutal bullet hell: these 5 ID@Xbox titles have dominated my gaming sessions this month (and they should take over yours, too!)
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:57:58 +0000
Creative, colorful, and chaotically charming indie games from the developers behind hits like Peak and Minami Lane pair well with some singleplayer bullet hell and survival horror action. There's something for everyone in this roundup of 5 indie gems that are available now on Xbox.

PowerToys just made Command Palette extensions easier to install and manage
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:08:39 +0000
PowerToys v0.100.0 adds a new Extension Gallery that lets you browse, install, and update Command Palette extensions inside the app. The update also improves Dock, PowerDisplay, and ZoomIt, and reduces the overall footprint of the app.

"We're doing everything we can": Price hikes at the world's largest chipmaker seem inevitable, and the fallout will be felt everywhere
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:51:22 +0000
In an interview with the BBC, TSMC's CFO explained that price hikes for its foundry services seem almost inevitable due to inflation. Add that to shareholder pressure as the company maxes out production, and you have a recipe for almost all tech going up further in price.

"Our business isn't particularly healthy": Xbox CEO thinks exclusives can help turn things around
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:52:51 +0000
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma explains why Xbox has brought back console exclusives, describing the company's business as "not particularly healthy" and suggesting more exclusives could follow if conditions improve.

I went to the Xbox Showcase, met with Xbox execs, fans, and developers ? Something HAS changed ... but for how long?
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:11:38 +0000
Xbox is on a tear right now, with a lot of positive momentum. But one question I wanted to ask above all others: are they ACTUALLY in it for the long haul?

"Play your PC games ? have backward compatibility": Xbox doubles down on Project Helix's core vision amid uncertainty
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:59:42 +0000
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has reaffirmed that Project Helix will support PC games, backward compatibility, and high-end performance, providing greater clarity following recent comments that sparked speculation about the console's future direction.

Nascar

NASCAR: Christopher Bell crash hardest impact in at least a decade
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:06:24 +0000
Christopher Bell endured the hardest impact in the four-plus-year history of the NextGen car during his crash on Lap 148 of the NASCAR Cup Series at Michigan International Speedway.
The incident transpired when Chase Elliott broke traction over a bump in Turn 3 and slid up into Bell while racing for second. The contact shot Bell into the wall, that impact resulting in a 21-minute SAFER Barrier ...Keep reading

Kyle Busch's father and son honor him with special tribute lap at Charlotte
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:29:56 +0000
As part of Charlotte Motor Speedway's annual Summer Shootout, there was a special tribute to NASCAR legend Kyle Busch on Tuesday evening. The 41-year-old icon of the sport died suddenly on May 21st, just before the 67th running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte.
There have been countless memorials to the two-time Cup Series champion, a driver who won 234 races across all three national NASCAR ...Keep reading

Christopher Bell diagnosed with left wrist fracture but cleared to race
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:30:31 +0000
Christopher Bell suffered a fractured left wrist during a vicious crash on Sunday in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway but has been cleared to compete this weekend at Pocono Raceway.
The incident happened on Lap 148 when Chase Elliott lost the figurative nose of his Chevrolet over a bump in Turn 3 and slid up into Bell while they were racing for second. The contact ...Keep reading

First look: Take a virtual lap around NASCAR's Naval Base Coronado street course
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:20:34 +0000
NASCAR is going racing on an active military base for the very first time with a brand-new street circuit, bringing all three national divisions.
The 3.4-mile (5.472 km) street course features 16 turns, and construction for the temporary Qualcomm Circuit  began in late May.
The race weekend is set to take place on the weekend of June 19-June 21 is NASCAR's way of contributing to the America ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin wanted to honor Kyle Busch's full history with Michigan flag
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:49:12 +0000
Up front: The flag and hat used to commemorate Kyle Busch by Denny Hamlin on Sunday after winning the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway will not be available for purchase.
As Hamlin said after his post-race press conference, this is a ?one-time use only? circumstance.
Hamlin matched Busch, who unexpectedly died last month at the age of 41, for ninth on the ...Keep reading

Fox News Headlines

Texas Tech cannot play the victim in Brendan Sorsby saga, it could?ve dealt with PR mess months ago
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:49:32 GMT
Texas Tech faces backlash for standing by quarterback Brendan Sorsby after he admitted to wagering $90,000 on sports betting over four years.

Navy veteran who won CNN defamation case appeals lawsuit against the Associated Press over 'smuggling' claim
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:42:28 GMT
U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young appeals defamation suit against the Associated Press after successfully suing CNN earlier this year for defamation.

2026 World Cup Odds: Spain Narrowly Favored Over France
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:38:40 GMT
Here are the latest odds to win the 2026 World Cup.

Nadler goes out of his way to rip Trump's Knicks game appearance during Sports Broadcasting Act hearing
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:34:29 GMT
Rep. Jerry Nadler seemingly blamed President Donald Trump for the New York Knicks' Game 3 loss during a hearing about the Sports Broadcasting Act and NFL streaming costs.

Tucson woman wanted for kidnapping and assault has no connection to Nancy Guthrie case, authorities say
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:34:03 GMT
Coral Michelle Smith, 40, wanted for kidnapping and assault in Tucson, remains at large but authorities say she has no ties to Guthrie's case.

FIRST ON FOX: SPLC's tax-exempt status under threat after fiery Capitol Hill hearing
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:27:17 GMT
Rep. Chip Roy introduced the Stop SPLC Act to revoke the Southern Poverty Law Center's tax-exempt status amid a federal probe into alleged crimes.

A New York university faces Justice Department investigation over 'Black Male Initiative'
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:25:18 GMT
The Justice Department announced an investigation into City University of New York's "Black Male Initiative" over potentially violating civil rights through racial preference.
Indy Car Racing

Alex Palou survives carnage to win IndyCar Detroit GP from pole
Sun, 31 May 2026 20:59:05 GMT
Palou led 71 laps in a race that saw six full-course caution flags waive throughout the afternoon.

Palou earns pole for IndyCar race in Detroit as Indy 500 top-2 of Rosenqvist and Malukas fail to advance out of first round
Sat, 30 May 2026 20:09:57 GMT
It was Palou's third IndyCar pole in a row, having set the fastest time in qualifying for both the Sonsio Grand Prix and 110th Indy 500.

Renew, upgrade your Indy 500 tickets by June 15 before price increase
Mon, 25 May 2026 17:12:14 GMT
Fans who went to the 2026 Indy 500 have until Monday, June 15 to renew or upgrade their tickets for the best prices of the entire year.

'Nothing else I could have done' | David Malukas emotional after coming up short in closest Indy 500 finish
Sun, 24 May 2026 22:22:43 GMT
"I just don't know what else we could have done," Malukas said after the race. "We were driving 150% that whole race."

Super Swede | Felix Rosenqvist beats David Malukas in historic finish to win 110th Indianapolis 500
Sun, 24 May 2026 20:53:43 GMT
Rosenqvist beat Malukas by .0233 ? the closest finish in Indy 500 history ? after a one-lap shootout.

Indianapolis 500 live updates | Felix Rosenqvist passes David Malukas at the line to win 110th Indy 500
Sun, 24 May 2026 20:45:01 GMT
Keep it here all afternoon long for live updates of the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500.

Here are all of the wrecks from the 110th Indianapolis 500
Sun, 24 May 2026 17:12:46 GMT
Crashes are part of the tragic history of the Indianapolis 500.

Snake Pit styles | Here are the best looks from inside the 2026 Indy 500's EDM festival
Sun, 24 May 2026 13:41:58 GMT
Every year, thousands of festival-goers crowd the northeast corner of the infield at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the Indy 500 for the Snake Pit.
ESPN Sports Headlines

World Cup predictions: 19 ESPN experts make their ...
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:39:39 EST
The World Cup has arrived! It's time for ESPN's experts to make their picks for silverware, surprise results and everything in between.

Ian Darke's World Cup preview: Favorites, surprise...
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:39:39 EST
On the eve of the first 48-team World Cup, everyone can dream. But who will win the trophy? And who could surprise us all?

LeBron on GOAT debate: Taking nobody over me
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
LeBron James, when asked for his take on the basketball GOAT debate, said: "I'm not taking nobody over me."

USWNT gets scrappy win as Brazil sees 8 red cards
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
Sophia Wilson forced an own goal in the second half for the United States in a scrappy 1-0 win over Brazil in Fortaleza on Tuesday night in which the home side finished with nine players and was shown a total of eight red cards.

Wemby avoids flagrant foul for shoving Brunson
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not receive a flagrant foul for his shove to the upper body of Knicks guard Jalen Brunson in Game 3.

Poch: U.S. can win WC despite no top 100 players
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
United States men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino said his team can win the World Cup despite not having any players ranked among the top 100.

'Surreal': Montgomery hits walk-off HR in debut
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
Braden Montgomery hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning of his rousing major league debut to rally the White Sox past the Braves 6-5.

Sources: NHLPA eyes Babcock inquiry on '23 case
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:43:49 EST
The NHLPA expects a full NHL investigation of coach Mike Babcock's brief tenure in Columbus in 2023 before the Oilers can hire him, sources told ESPN.