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The Resident Evil Requiem release date and launch times are imminent ? here's when you can play, and when it comes out in your region
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:12:39 +0000
Capcom's latest horror title Resident Evil Requiem is upon us. Here's everything you need to know about its release date, launch times, and more.

The February Xbox update quietly unlocks a big win for older consoles, brings ROG Ally upgrades, and much more
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:10:44 +0000
The February Xbox Update introduces 1440p cloud streaming on Xbox consoles, new controller navigation sounds in the Xbox PC app, improved storage and shader features for Xbox Ally, and more.

Resident Evil Requiem reviews and Metacritic scores are in ? does Capcom's latest entry in the beloved horror series live up to the hype?
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:38:55 +0000
Capcom's latest Resident Evil installment, Resident Evil Requiem, is finally upon us. But does it live up to the hype? Here's what reviewers think.

"Flawless performance, a gamer's dream" ? Our favorite Alienware gaming laptops are on sale starting at just $999 during Dell's Tech Days event
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:32:45 +0000
Gaming laptops keep getting more expensive, which is exactly why I'm always happy highlighting big sales like Dell's Tech Days event. If you want an Alienware laptop, this is your chance to save big.

Windows Central readers react to former Xbox President's rushed exit ? Is Sarah Bond being scapegoated, or was her strategy actually a failure?
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:17:49 +0000
Xbox has undergone some major changes in the past week, and that includes the exit of former Xbox President Sarah Bond. Was it a necessary move, or is Bond being scapegoated? Here's what our readers are saying.

Microsoft Copilot and Outlook teamed up to make the worst Edge feature ever ? but there's still time to cancel it
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:05:12 +0000
Microsoft plans to make Edge open Copilot automatically when you click Outlook links. It's an odd addition at a time when people are already tired of forced AI features.

Outlook?s latest ad fail: promoting Steam account resales that Steam bans outright
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:06:14 +0000
Microsoft Outlook displayed an advert promoting the sale of Dota 2 and other gaming accounts for up to $1,000, despite Steam?s Subscriber Agreement prohibiting account transfers. The incident raises concerns about automated ad review systems and platform responsibility.

Resident Evil Requiem (Xbox, PC) Review ? An epic showcase of Resident Evil's best action and survival horror traditions
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:00:21 +0000
Resident Evil Requiem is another fantastic entry in the industry's most legendary horror franchise. Sometimes the split protagonist experience can feel a little disjointed, but the dizzying highs are so plentiful you might not even notice.

This Alienware desktop brings salvation for RAM-starved PC gamers with an RTX 5060 Ti rig that's cheaper than buying the parts yourself ? which feels illegal, but it isn't
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:47:18 +0000
Dell has started offering discount deals on several gaming laptops and desktops. One of the lucky PC rigs getting the price slash treatment is several configurations for the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, with the cheapest one being under $1,300.

Xbox fans are seriously wrestling with Phil Spencer?s legacy ? and Asha Sharma now has to walk straight into the ring. Here's what they're saying.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:33:29 +0000
Fans are split on Asha Sharma as Xbox?s new CEO, but many hope fresh leadership can refocus the brand after years of mixed decisions and shifting strategy.

I can't get over this custom RTX 5080 gaming PC built into a cast-iron radiator ? this might be the best build of the year, and it's only February
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:22:17 +0000
Billet Labs has unleashed their latest custom PC build on the world, and I can't get over the fact that someone turned an ancient cast-iron radiator into a working, high-end gaming PC.

NVIDIA starts listing jobs for Linux gaming with Valve's Proton in its sights ? AMD probably wonders what took them so long
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:17:10 +0000
NVIDIA job listings show the company hiring for Vulkan performance and Linux graphics roles, signaling growing interest in Linux gaming as Proton and SteamOS continue to mature.

Microsoft 365 now watermarks your AI content ? because nothing says ?fun? like metadata tracking
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:02:24 +0000
Microsoft has introduced a new AI watermark policy for Microsoft 365, allowing administrators to enable audio watermarking now, with video support arriving in March 2026. Even when disabled, AI-generated content will still include metadata indicating Copilot involvement.

Teams? invasive Wi?Fi tracking sparks backlash as users say Microsoft crossed a line ? ?There must be a team at Microsoft tasked with making Teams worse?
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:46:35 +0000
Microsoft Teams? new Wi?Fi location tracking feature is raising privacy concerns, with users debating whether it?s useful or simply invasive.

YouTube?s war on ad-blockers just got personal ? punishing users by hiding video descriptions and comments
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:26:15 +0000
A new report by AdGuard suggests that YouTube has stopped showing comments and video descriptions to some users with ad blockers installed on their devices.


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    NASCAR's Dover All Star Race format requires a calculator
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:32:40 +0000
    In its first year being held at Dover Motor Speedway, the NASCAR All-Star Race now has a format to be contested under the shadow of Miles the Monster.
    And this one is going to be a marathon that requires a good bit of arithmetic.
    First and foremost, there will no longer be an ?open? race for drivers not already locked-in to race their way into the decisive segment of the event. With ...Keep reading

    Austin Hill to run partial NASCAR Cup schedule for RCR in 2026
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:57:54 +0000
    Austin Hill, 31, is a proven winner in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series with nearly 150 starts and 15 wins. He was victorious in the 2026 season-opener at Daytona and nearly went back-to-back at Atlanta before last-lap contact while trying to block Ross Chastain.
    All of Hill's success in the secondary level of NASCAR has been with RCR. He also 15 Cup starts, finishing as high as ninth at ...Keep reading

    Joe Gibbs Racing is now suing Spire and Chris Gabehart
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:42:08 +0000
    Joe Gibbs Racing has amended its lawsuit against Chris Gabehart and has now extended those claims against Spire Motorsports while also asking the Western District of North Carolina to enforce a restraining order against them.
    Spire Motorsports confirmed over the weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway that it has hired Gabehart, a longtime engineer turned crew chief and one-year competition director ...Keep reading

    Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway supporters make moves to protect track
    Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:47:37 +0000
    The battle over the future of the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway property continued this week with a pair of noteworthy developments from the coalition assembled to preserve motorsports in Downtown Music City.
    Most notably, a lawsuit was filed by former racer Neil Chaffin challenging an anti-speedway group's efforts to put a de facto motorsports ban on the ballot on November 3. Specifically ...Keep reading

    Pictures: Some of the most damaged cars to win NASCAR Cup races
    Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:59:14 +0000
    With no right-front fender, Tyler Reddick won last weekend's NASCAR Cup race in Atlanta, going back-to-back to open the 2026 season.
    While impressive, it's not unprecedented. NASCAR is a full-contact sport in the end and we've seen plenty of race winning cars take the checkered flag in less-than-ideal shape. 
    So, let's take a look at some of the most beat up cars to win at the highest level ...Keep reading

    Why the early NASCAR Cup standings have some consequence
    Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:27:41 +0000
    The Chase for the Championship is back and that means having a good points day is back in vogue but also questions about the standings for drivers who are not off to the start they intended.
    That includes Kyle Larson, who leaves the back-to-back drafting track races 21st in the standings.
    ?And ?,? Larson said tersely when told that fact outside the infield care center on Sunday at ...Keep reading

    Winners and losers from a record-breaking NASCAR Cup race at Atlanta
    Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:12:50 +0000
    Let's start off this week's edition of 'Winners and Losers' by just applauding the minds behind the Atlanta reconfiguration. The new version of this historic track has quickly asserted itself as one of the best on the schedule, and consistently puts on the most exciting races. On Sunday, 14 different drivers took a turn out front with a record 57 lead changes.
    And despite all of the chaos and ...Keep reading

    13-year-old Keelan Harvick joins Toyota development driver program
    Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:22:07 +0000
    At just 13 years old, Keelan Harvick will now follow the highly successful Toyota pipeline as one of the manufacturer's development drivers.
    ?I?m really grateful to have this kind of opportunity with Toyota Racing Development,? said Harvick. ?To have their support and be able to represent ExxonMobil, it doesn?t get much better. I?m still getting experience, but it?s going to be a ...Keep reading

    Connor Zilisch shares karting story that proved Kimi Antonelli was destined for F1
    Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:21:48 +0000
    19-year-old NASCAR Cup driver Connor Zilisch said he could always tell that Kimi Antonelli would get into Formula 1 after karting together.
    The two grew up karting together when the American driver would spend his summers in Europe to gain experience other forms of racing. During an appearance on the Gypsy Tales podcast, the Trackhouse Racing driver explained that Antonelli was "one of the best ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Ohio courtroom devolves into chaos after sentencing in death of teen
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:52:56 GMT
    Courthouse chaos erupted after a Cincinnati man was sentenced to 12-17 years for a teen's shooting death, sparking a family brawl that forced court closures.

    Penguins' Sidney Crosby, scratched as a game-time decision for US-Canada, out 4 weeks with injury
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:52:19 GMT
    Team Canada's Sidney Crosby, who was a game-time decision before the team's overtime loss to Team USA, was placed on injured reserve by the Pittsburgh Penguins.

    Fact-checkers challenge Trump?s ?eight wars? claim, back him on crime
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:46:44 GMT
    Fact-checkers deliver mixed verdict on Trump's State of the Union, confirming immigration claims while disputing voter fraud and Medicaid statements.

    Democrats? big misfire at State of the Union has GOP strategists salivating: ?Huge moment?
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:41:39 GMT
    Republican strategists are salivating over what they perceive as a misfire by the Democratic Party during President Donald Trump?s State of the Union address.

    Child predator dubbed 'monster parents fear most' cleared for release through California parole program
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:30:32 GMT
    A California child molester once called "the monster parents fear most" was cleared for release under an elderly parole program despite widespread community opposition.

    Clinton accuses GOP voter bill of targeting married women ? Republicans call it ?nonsense?
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:21:53 GMT
    Hillary Clinton is claiming that Republican voter legislation will make it harder for married women to vote ? an assertion GOP lawmakers and officials have already debunked.

    'Father Knows Best' star Lauren Chapin dead at 80 after 5-year cancer battle
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:14:26 GMT
    Lauren Chapin, the beloved "Father Knows Best" star who played Kathy "Kitten" Anderson, has died at age 80 after a five-year cancer battle, her son announced.

    5 times Democrats disrupted Trump's State of the Union address
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:13:51 GMT
    President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech featured several interruptions from Democrats.

    Christina Applegate says MS has left her mostly confined to bedroom, impacting life as a mom
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:12:12 GMT
    Christina Applegate reveals how multiple sclerosis has impacted her parenting of 15-year-old daughter, sharing raw details about daily struggles.

    'Real Housewives' star Mary Cosby's son dead at 23
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:08:11 GMT
    Robert Cosby, Jr., the son of "Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosby, died Monday in Utah of a suspected overdose, police said. He was 23.

    EXCLUSIVE: Noem backs Trump's 'Dalilah Law' after crash leaves young girl unable to walk, talk
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:02:40 GMT
    DHS Secretary Kristi Noem backed Trump's "Dalilah Law" to ban states from issuing commercial driver's licenses to illegal immigrants after multiple tragic crashes.

    Whoopi calls Trump 'insanely rude' for hosting men's hockey team at SOTU when other athletes won gold
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:00:35 GMT
    Whoopi Goldberg calls President Donald Trump "insanely rude" for highlighting U.S. men's Olympic hockey team at State of the Union when other athletes also won gold medals.

    Cuban coast guard kills four in exchange of fire with US-registered boat
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:56:58 GMT
    Four killed, six wounded in Cuba territorial waters shooting involving U.S. speedboat as Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends Caribbean summit in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

    Think your New Year's privacy reset worked? Think again
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:52:39 GMT
    Personal data removed from broker sites can reappear weeks later as databases refresh, increasing exposure to scams and identity theft.

    Federal judge rules Trump's 'third country' deportation policy is unconstitutional
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:50:32 GMT
    The Boston-based federal judge ruled that the Trump administration?s third-country removal policy is unlawful and violates due process protections under the Constitution.


    Indy Car Racing

    Indy 500 veteran Simona de Silvestro turns to speed of Olympic bobsleigh
    Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:17:40 GMT
    The 2010 Indy 500 Rookie of the Year is competing in two events at the Milan Cortina Games.

    Romain Grosjean rejoins Dale Coyne Racing, returns to full-time IndyCar competition
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:12:52 GMT
    ?Grosjean will drive the No. 18 Honda and be partnered with 2025 Indy NXT champion and IndyCar rookie Dennis Hauger.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Inside the secret history of the black mamba
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:17:49 EST
    In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.

    Hilary Knight: Women's team joke 'distasteful'
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:23 EST
    American gold medalist Hilary Knight called President Trump's comment about the women's team "distasteful" but said she chooses to celebrate their accomplishments.

    Source: Bears allow LB Edmunds to seek trade
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:24 EST
    The Bears have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to find a trade, a source confirmed to ESPN.

    MVP odds tighten as SGA, Jokic near ineligibility
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:23 EST
    The odds to win the NBA's regular-season MVP have tightened, with the top two betting favorites -- Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Denver's Nikola Jokic -- at risk of not qualifying for the award

    Source: Broncos bring Colorado DC onto staff
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:23 EST
    The Broncos have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston to be their defensive passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.

    Harden questionable for Cavs with thumb fracture
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:24 EST
    The Cavaliers said guard James Harden is questionable for Wednesday night's game against the Bucks after suffering a non-displaced fracture in his right thumb Tuesday against the Knicks.

    Prosecution rests in murder trial of ex-Cane Jones
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:23 EST
    Prosecutors rested their case against former Miami football player Rashaun Jones, who is accused of second-degree murder in the 2006 slaying of teammate Bryan Pata.

    'Promoter's Caution' out of NASCAR All-Star Race
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:23 EST
    NASCAR scrapped the "Promoter's Caution" for this season's All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway and will run a three-segment, 350-lap competition.

    Bain: NFL teams focused on play, not arm length
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:24 EST
    Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead.

    ? Kiper's NFL mock draft: Projecting Round 1
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:41:24 EST
    As the NFL gets ready for this week's combine workouts, let's project where the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class will get picked in April.

    Who will start at quarterback for the Vikings, Browns and Jets? We made QB1 predictions for all 32 teams
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:05:22 EST
    Will Kirk Cousins go back to Minnesota? Could Kyler Murray join the AFC? Let's predict who will start for every team in the 2026 season.

    Ranking the top offseason trade candidates: Who are the best players potentially available?
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:05:22 EST
    How do Brian Thomas Jr. and Maxx Crosby stack up on the trade market? We break down the latest intel.

    Champions League live updates: Defending champs PSG in trouble, Juve eye comeback
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:26:35 EST
    Defending champs Paris Saint-Germain are level on aggregate against Monaco, while Juventus looking to mount a comeback in today's UEFA Champions League action.

    Ranking all 30 MLB lineups for 2026
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:17:13 EST
    Patience. Power. Durability. Depth. We rate all 30 offenses by these measures and more.

    NBA Power Rankings: Will the Wolves rise? Where all 30 teams land after All-Star break
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:39:09 EST
    NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams land coming out of the All-Star break.

    Botched final play sees Luka hesitate, LeBron miss
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:46:01 EST
    The Lakers lost to the Magic 110-109 on Tuesday after a botched sidelines out-of-bounds play between LeBron James and Luka Doncic in the final seconds failed to produce a quality shot.

    Bubble Watch: Missouri gets promoted up the SEC pecking order
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:27:56 EST
    The Tigers have a much easier case for one of the SEC's 10 or 11 bids after defeating Tennessee on Tuesday.

    Coaching carousel: Who's on the hot seat? Who are the names to watch?
    Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:27:56 EST
    The schools (Oklahoma? Syracuse?), names (Will Wade? Porter Moser? Josh Schertz?) and buzz we're tracking.