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Microsoft's new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Game Pass "has become too expensive for players," suggesting a price change ? "we need a better value equation"
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:22:28 +0000
Reportedly, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has signaled to employees that Microsoft is planning to figure out "a better value equation" for Xbox Game Pass soon.

"It will reshape the PC landscape": A new rumor says NVIDIA is entering final negotiations to buy a large PC company ? Dell and HP stocks jump in the wake, but I'm not so sure
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:04:14 +0000
A new rumor suggests NVIDIA is nearing the end of negotiations to buy a large company in the PC industry, but it's so far unclear which company exactly or if the rumor is even true. Here's what we know so far.

Forza Horizon 6 full achievements list appears online ahead of release, revealing all 57 challenges and the full 1000 Gamerscore breakdown
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:51:25 +0000
The full Forza Horizon 6 achievement list has appeared online ahead of release, revealing 57 achievements worth 1000 Gamerscore and outlining progression and completion goals for players.

Microsoft reveals major price increases for all Surface PCs as RAM crisis continues: Flagships now $500 more expensive than at launch
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:42:39 +0000
Microsoft is raising prices on all its current Surface PC offerings, with the midrange devices now starting at above $1,000, and flagships starting at $1,500.

'Pragmata' (PC, Xbox) Review ? "A game that separates itself from humanity"
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:16:55 +0000
Capcom delivers another hit with Pragmata's dashing combat and expressive human story.

Windows 11 no longer forces you to install updates when setting up your PC ? ending mandatory 30 minute update process forever
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:35:11 +0000
A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold.

Nascar

Winners and losers from a grueling NASCAR Cup race at Bristol
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:03:40 +0000
Ty Gibbs held on against a charging Ryan Blaney at Bristol Motor Speedway to become the 207th different winner in NASCAR Cup Series history this past weekend.
The 500-lap event was pushed into overtime, leaving three drivers on three different tire strategies to battle it out for the win. Larson on two fresh right-sides had led the most laps, Blaney with four fresh tires was clearly the fastest ...Keep reading

Ty Gibbs first win is about validation but they don't see it that way
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:19:10 +0000
There was a degree of validation attached to winning the Food City 500 on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway for Ty Gibbs, crew chief Tyler Allen and team owner and grandfather Coach Joe Gibbs.
That last title is especially relevant.
One thing that has been uncovered since Joe Gibbs Racing sued former competition director Chris Gabehart in February is a conviction from the defendant that Coach ...Keep reading

Ryan Blaney, Jonathan Hassler bit by no-win scenario
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:28:06 +0000
Jonathan Hassler was introduced to the Kobayashi Maru test on Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway.
For those who are not fans of Star Trek, this is basically a no-win scenario exercise that basically just tests your decision-making prowess when presented with two options that were not going to produce a victory.
Now, to be fair to the test, Ryan Blaney nearly drove the Penske No. 12 car back to ...Keep reading

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Bristol spring race
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:15:05 +0000
After 500 laps of racing at Bristol Motor Speedway, Ryan Blaney has moved closer to the points lead, now 62 markers behind Tyler Reddick, who has led the standings all year.
After earning his first career win, Ty Gibbs has jumped up to fourth in the standings. 
After a mid-race crash, Shane van Gisbergen has fallen to the Chase cut line, and is just one-point clear of Chase Briscoe.
The ...Keep reading

Official race results: NASCAR Cup 2026 Bristol spring race
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:48:01 +0000
Ty Gibbs became the 207th different driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race, beating Ryan Blaney in a 0.055s photo finish at Bristol Motor Speedway. It was the closest Cup finish at Bristol in 35 years.
Blaney had to settle for second while Kyle Larson, who won both stages and led 284 of 500 laps, finished third. Championship leader Tyler Reddick was fourth, and Chase Briscoe was fifth.
Todd ...Keep reading


Fox News Headlines

Eric Swalwell faces Manhattan sex assault probe after ending California governor campaign amid allegations
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:08:28 GMT
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's office is investigating sex assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell, who suspended his California governor campaign.

Trump rejects American Bishop Robert Barron's call to apologize to Pope for 'disrespectful' comments
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:06:09 GMT
President Trump rejects Bishop Barron's call to apologize to Pope Leo, arguing the Pope is wrong on Iran foreign policy and weak on crime issues.

Charles Barkley gives terse message to NBA players complaining about 65-game eligibility rule
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:52:50 GMT
Charles Barkley rips NBA players complaining about the 65-game eligibility rule, saying they voted for it in collective bargaining and should stop.

Nicole Kidman plans on becoming a death doula as she admits it 'may sound a little weird'
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:39:25 GMT
Nicole Kidman opens up about her plans to become a death doula nearly two years after the death of her mother, calling it part of her "expansion."

Iran secures UN role with backing from UK, France, Canada, Australia as US stands alone
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:38:34 GMT
Western democracies face backlash for allowing Iran and other authoritarian regimes to secure influential U.N. seats as the U.S. stood alone in opposition.

Appeals court lets Trump resume White House ballroom construction, seeks lower court clarity
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:26:29 GMT
The appeals court stayed their ruling from taking force through April 17, allowing the Trump administration to seek emergency intervention from the Supreme Court.

Bahamas authorities race against deadline to charge or cut loose husband of missing American woman
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:25:35 GMT
Bahamian authorities face a deadline to charge or release Brian Hooker as the search for missing Michigan boater Lynette Hooker shifts to recovery.


Indy Car Racing

Colton Herta's Indianapolis 500 hopes blocked by Formula 2 calendar change
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:15:53 GMT
Now that Herta is not available, Andretti Global said Thursday it will focus on its current three-driver lineup for the Indy 500 and not enter a fourth car.

500 Festival event vehicles revealed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:06:55 GMT
Built by Hoosiers at the Fort Wayne Assembly Plant, the trucks will hit the streets with Indianapolis 500 graphics to remind everyone the Indy 500 is almost here.

Alex Palou wins at Barber after Lundgaard has slow final pit stop
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:13:17 GMT
Palou led all but 11 laps on Sunday, but it wasn't a guaranteed victory for the Spaniard like so many IndyCar races have been recently.

Alex Palou takes pole for IndyCar race at Barber
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:17:25 GMT
The pole was not only Palou's first of the season, but also the thirteenth of his career and second straight at Barber Motorsports Park.

NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:15:06 GMT
Dye used voices that made inferences about Malukas? sexuality, and he mimicked Malukas? voice at one point.

Kyle Kirkwood wins another IndyCar street race, this one to be first winner in Arlington
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:42:18 GMT
Kirkwood made an aggressive pass below four-time series champion Alex Palou with 15 laps to go and stayed in front the rest of the way.

Marcus Ericsson scores maiden IndyCar pole in Arlington Grand Prix qualifying
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:57:36 GMT
It was Ericsson's first pole in his 117th IndyCar start and his first pole in general since the 2013 GP2 feature race at Silverstone.

Red flag at IndyCar practice after workers spotted on temporary Texas street course
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:54:34 GMT
The television broadcast showed the trio of workers who appeared to be part of a catering crew.


ESPN Sports Headlines

Our annual NFL draft prospect skill superlative list: The one player who excels at each trait
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:29:31 EST
Strongest arm? Fastest offensive and defensive playmakers? Quickest first step? Let's hand out superlatives for this NFL draft class.

College coaches pick 2026 NFL draft sleepers
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:29:31 EST
We know the top talent in the draft, but who could surprise in the pros? We asked their college coaches.

Doncic to return from Spain on Friday; status TBD
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:33 EST
Luka Doncic is returning to L.A. on Friday from Spain, where he received multiple injections for his Grade 2 left hamstring strain.

Haliburton details frustrating battle with shingles
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:32 EST
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton opened up about his battle with shingles, saying it slowed the recovery of his torn Achilles.

Sago third woman picked to ref in NBA playoffs
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:32 EST
NBA referee Natalie Sago thought a bad call was about to take place. A bad phone call, that is.

Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:32 EST
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to a report published on Sunday.

Sources: Malone's UNC lands transfer Avdalas
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:33 EST
Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas has committed to North Carolina, sources told ESPN, giving new coach Michael Malone his first big addition with the Tar Heels.

Veteran goaltender Quick, 40, says he's retiring
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:33 EST
Jonathan Quick says he is retiring at age 40 after nearly two decades in the NHL, a stretch during which he was one of the best goaltenders of his generation.