Windows Central

Dell gives PC gamers and workers a break with these discounted laptops, desktops, and monitors ? starting below $1,000
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:16:08 +0000
Dell is offering a selection of highly advanced PC devices, from gaming laptops to workhorse desktop towers, with a wide variety of discount deals for a limited time.

Dropping "greenwashing" credits and expanding AI datacenters caused Microsoft's 25% emissions jump
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:40:00 +0000
While some claimed Microsoft emissions hit 34 million metric tons, the raw data shows actual emissions were much less. It was still a 25% increase, but there's important context missing.

As physical media fades, Windows 11?s Cloud rebuild shows how tech giants should handle user choice
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:47:54 +0000
Windows 11 is testing a new Cloud rebuild feature to reset your PC without a USB drive. Microsoft added the feature to Windows 11 rather than forcing a cloud-first future on us. I wish Sony would get the memo.

Ubisoft rewards its Barcelona branch for Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced's strong launch with 51 employee layoffs
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:35:40 +0000
According to an exclusive report from Insider Gaming, Ubisoft Barcelona has laid off 51 of its staff in the wake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's launch.

Windows Central Podcast: Copilot OS leaks and Microsoft Layoffs
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:31:02 +0000
On this week's episode: Daniel, Zac and Jez discuss the Microsoft's big wave of layoffs and how it impacts Xbox, the recent Copilot OS leaked, and a recap on where things stand with Surface.

A mad gaming genius managed to recreate Minecraft on the Game Boy Color and even the original Game Boy ? because why not?
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:56 +0000
Game of Tobi, a YouTuber who has specialized in getting modern games to work on old gaming handhelds like the Game Boy Advance, has released a video detailing his latest project: a playable version of Minecraft on the original Game Boy

Nascar

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

NASCAR payback gone wrong: When vengeful drivers wrecked themselves
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:21:09 +0000
This week, two moments of apparent payback have dominated discourse in the NASCAR world, with Shane van Gisbergen vs. Austin Hill and Zane Smith vs. Carson Hocevar. No penalties were issued for other moment of frustration.
In Zane's situation, he actually ended up wrecking himself in the process of bumping Hocevar into the wall, and ultimately finished behind the driver who drew his ...Keep reading

Fox News Headlines

Trump administration expands 'Product of USA' label as push for American-raised beef grows
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:38:44 GMT
New companies from California to Illinois adopt the voluntary "Product of USA" meat label as Secretary Brooke Rollins touts benefits for ranchers.

Mamdani official's planned meeting with Iran envoy shut down by State Department
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:35:40 GMT
A Mamdani administration official planned to meet Iran's UN ambassador before the State Department intervened and canceled the diplomatic encounter.

Mikel Oyarzabal and Romelu Lukaku set to light up Spain vs Belgium World Cup quarterfinal
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:35:37 GMT
Spain faces Belgium in a World Cup match with both teams to score and over 2.5 goals as the top betting angles before the semifinals vs. France.

DOJ accuses Maryland of 'active and deliberate effort' to prevent deportations of illegal immigrants: lawsuit
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:29:11 GMT
The DOJ lawsuit targets Maryland's Community Trust Act, arguing the sanctuary law violates the supremacy clause by blocking ICE detainers and deportations.

CEO under fire for mass layoffs amid foreign worker hiring spree now appointed to Fed's task force on jobs
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:22:23 GMT
Asha Sharma was appointed to a Federal Reserve task force on productivity and jobs just days after XBOX announced 1,600 layoffs amid H-1B visa scrutiny.

Janice Dean offers a tearful final farewell after bringing sunshine to Fox News for over two decades
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:21:14 GMT
Janice Dean revealed on "Fox & Friends" that her multiple sclerosis diagnosis and grueling 2:30 a.m. schedule drove her decision to step away.

Save 40% off or more on back-to-school essentials from HP, Anker, JanSport and more
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:17:35 GMT
Grab these early back-to-school Amazon deals before the rush. Snag 40% off or more on everything from laptops, notebooks, backpacks and more.
Indy Car Racing

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.

Dennis Reinbold, founder of IndyCar team Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, dies at 65
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:57:30 GMT
Reinbold died June 13 surrounded by his family, the team said in a statement.
ESPN Sports Headlines

No GPS tracker for Arnold, can work out for teams
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker as a condition of his release, a Florida judge ruled on Friday, allowing him to continue to work out with NFL teams in an effort to get re-signed after being cut.

Scheffler headed for first missed cut in 4 years
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
Scottie Scheffler was making plans for an early arrival to Royal Birkdale after he stumbled through a round of 2-over 72 on Friday at the Scottish Open and seemed certain to miss the cut for the first time in nearly four years.

Zverev ends Fery's run, to play for 2nd straight G...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
Alexander Zverev will play for another major trophy, this time in the Wimbledon final, a month after winning his first Grand Slam title at the French Open.

Dybantsa outduels Peterson in Las Vegas debut
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
AJ Dybantsa, this year's No. 1 pick, led all players with 27 points to power the Wizards to a win over the Jazz and No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson.

Clips-Raptors trade for Kawhi on hold amid probe
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
The Clippers-Raptors trade involving Kawhi Leonard will not be completed until the NBA probe into whether the Clippers circumvented the salary cap is completed.

Sources: Teams courting LeBron via voice memos
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
As LeBron James' free agency decision stretches into its second week, some teams interested in him joining them have had an opportunity to pitch the four-time champion indirectly.

Barkley again longest shot to win celeb tourney
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
Charles Barkley is 7,500-1 to win the annual celebrity golf tournament this week in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, the longest odds of anyone in the field.

8 indicted in thwarted attack on UFC's WH event
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:48:04 EST
A federal grand jury indicted eight men Thursday for their alleged roles in a thwarted drone and sniper attack at the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House in June.