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Did one of our favorite mini PCs just hit the lowest price of the year? GEEKOM offers excellent pint-sized Windows 11 Pro desktops for under $400 in its Spring Sales
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:19:40 +0000
If you're tired of your PC taking up so much space ? or smashing a hole through your wallet ? this discounted Geekom mini PC is the Spring sale for you.

Minecraft Dungeons sequel may be brewing under the codename ?Project Spicewood?
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:23:38 +0000
A new leak claims Mojang is developing a sequel to Minecraft Dungeons under the codename "Project Spicewood". The report suggests the project has been in development for at least two years and could target a Q2 2026 release window. Mojang has not confirmed the project, so the information should be treated cautiously.

I found a sub-$599 Windows 11 laptop that proves you don't need to compromise specs ? with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:59:03 +0000
There is a 23% discount active for the ASUS Vivobook 14, a workhorse laptop equipped with a Snapdragon X CPU, long battery life, 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and more features that help you survive the daily office grind.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is one of Capcom's best JRPGs in years on Xbox, but certain omissions may disappoint long-time fans
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:00:03 +0000
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is my most anticipated game of 2026, and after completing it, it exceeded my expectations with possibly the best story and character writing in the series and addictive monster-taming gameplay. Though it's not without some issues that will strike controversy amongst hardcore Monster Hunter fans.

Microsoft confirms that a highly anticipated new Taskbar feature coming to Windows 11 in 2026 has been delayed ? promises to "ensure it meets our quality standards"
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:26:33 +0000
Microsoft's upcoming agenda view for the Taskbar on Windows 11 has been pushed back, with the first preview now expected to debut "in the coming months" instead of last year.

A ThinkPad finally hit iFixit's perfect repairability score ? it's a right-to-repair win and puts the rest of the laptop industry on notice
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:57:50 +0000
Laptop repairability is becoming ever more important as PC prices climb due to hardware shortages, and Lenovo's new ThinkPad T14 and T16 just received full marks from iFixit. Here's what went into that perfect score.

Move over ?This is an Xbox? ? ?Build for what?s next? tells fans the ?future of Xbox starts now? at GDC
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:33:50 +0000
Xbox is showcasing new slogans at its GDC booth including ?Build for what?s next? and ?The future of Xbox starts now,? hinting at the company?s messaging for the next era of Xbox.

This wired gaming controller makes you feel like a god in Overwatch for under $70 ? an unfair 8,000Hz advantage worth taking
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:08:35 +0000
Various retailers have started selling 42% discounts for the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Tournament Edition 8K PC controller. With this discount, players will be able to enjoy the thrills of TMR analog sticks, 8000 polling rates, and more gameplay-enhancing features for a ludicrously low price.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says AI is coming for your job, but you can still fight back: "The best protection against displacement is to transform yourself."
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:46:58 +0000
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI will displace jobs, urging workers to reskill and transform to stay relevant in the new reality.

I love this modern take on Microsoft's File Explorer with a modern AI semantic search ? too bad it?s just a Windows 12 concept
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:15:23 +0000
Microsoft?s File Explorer has looked the same for decades. This Windows 12 concept shows how it could finally get the glow-up it deserves.

Is the best Windows laptop for $1,100 the MacBook Air M5? The answer genuinely surprised me.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:09:04 +0000
I looked at the MacBook Air M5 and Parallels Desktop to see if Apple's latest hardware is actually the best way to run Windows for $1,100 in 2026.

Lenovo makes it easier to test the Xbox Full Screen Experience on your Legion Go handheld ? here's how to sign up and try the FSE interface before a wider rollout
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:14:51 +0000
Lenovo has opened beta registrations for the Xbox Full Screen Experience on the Legion Go. The console-style interface aims to streamline Windows handheld gaming by booting directly into the Xbox app and reducing background tasks.

GitHub Copilot unlocks OpenAI's GPT-5.4 in VS Code and other coding platforms ? Adding even more vibe coding options
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:46:52 +0000
GitHub Copilot has added support for OpenAI?s GPT-5.4 coding model, bringing improved reasoning and support for multi-step tasks. The model is available across several development environments.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls gaming a core part of the company and says it is ?long on gaming? in new discussion with Xbox leadership
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:21:22 +0000
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella joined Xbox CEO Asha Sharma for an internal Q&A with staff, describing gaming as one of Microsoft?s core identities and reaffirming the company?s long term commitment to the industry.

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in an internal Q&A, amplifying that Microsoft will "always" invest in gaming. "We're long on gaming. We'll continue to invest, and we'll always do so."
Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:55:45 +0000
At a big internal Q&A session, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, discussing the "long" vision for Xbox's future.


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  • Nascar

    NASCAR, Goodyear and Ryan Blaney get a win in Phoenix
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:50:07 +0000
    Ryan Blaney won the Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway but it was also a victory for the NASCAR industry at large.
    That was inarguably the best race in the five-year, nine-event history of the seventh-generation car at the one-mile track in Avondale, Arizona. Goodyear?s continued efforts combined with NASCAR?s first race using the 750-horsepower package with this car on an oval ...Keep reading

    Complete 2026 NASCAR Cup championship standings after Phoenix I
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:30:58 +0000
    The fourth round of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season is complete in what many drivers are calling the start of the 'regular' season after two drafting tracks and a road course to open the year.
    Tyler Reddick, who entered this race with a 70-point lead in the championship standings, was attempting to become the first driver since Jimmie Johnson in 2007 to win four consecutive races at the Cup level ...Keep reading

    Joey Logano takes responsibility for violent restart crash after 'rough day'
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:15:35 +0000
    On a restart with just under 100 laps to go, there were three strategies at the front of the field. The front row stayed out on old tires, the next two rows all took two fresh tires, while pole-sitter Joey Logano was the first driver with four fresh tires in seventh. Right in front of him was the #1 of Ross Chastain.
    As the race went back green and the field cut down into the dogleg, Logano ...Keep reading

    Ryan Blaney completes Penske sweep as wreck-fest ties Phoenix NASCAR Cup caution record
    Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:43:07 +0000
    Ryan Blaney had to fight through a lot of adversity to win Sunday's NASCAR Cup race at Phoenix Raceway, charging through the field after two loose wheels. 
    He held off a charging Christopher Bell with four fresh tires, who finished second after leading 176 of 312 laps. Kyle Larson finished third, Ty Gibbs fourth, and Denny Hamlin fifth. 
    Bubba Wallace, William Byron, Tyler Reddick, Michael ...Keep reading

    Official race results: 2026 NASCAR Cup at Phoenix I
    Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:33:02 +0000
    After 12 cautions in a wreck-filled race, Ryan Blaney emerged victorious in the #12 Team Penske Ford. He had to overcome two loose wheels, and passed Ty Gibbs late in the race to secure his 18th career win and second consecutive at Phoenix.
    Christopher Bell led 176 of 312 laps, and finished second while Kyle Larson placed third.
    Tyler Reddick's quest for the four-peat ended with a solid ...Keep reading

    NASCAR penalizes Zane Smith, ejects car chief after unapproved adjustments
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:04:10 +0000
    While all cars passed inspection at the start of the Phoenix NASCAR Cup weekend, an issue has arisen involving the #38 Front Row Motorsports Ford, driven by Zane Smith.
    The team "was observed making an unapproved adjustment to the underbody during practice/pre-qualifying adjustments," a NASCAR statement released on Saturday evening read. 
    As a result, the car was inspected once again, and ...Keep reading

    Joe Gibbs Racing had Chris Gabehart followed by a private investigator before lawsuit
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:59:34 +0000
    In support of the (below) argument in support of expedited fact discovery against Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports team owners Dan Towriss and Jeff Dickerson, Joe Gibbs Racing filed legal documents that revealed their hiring of a private investigator that followed the defendants after the Cup Series season had ended.
    Additionally, JGR filed exhibits in the form of declarations from team ...Keep reading

    NASCAR Cup Phoenix practice and qualifying suggests promising race
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:30:39 +0000
    There was definitely a different feel for NASCAR Cup Series drivers to chase in their return to Phoenix Raceway four months after the 2025 championship race.
    By the end of the day, Joey Logano secured the pole for Team Penske, but only after a brief afternoon of practice in which there were several tire failures and spins that included the driver chasing four straight wins to open the 2026 ...Keep reading

    2026 NASCAR Cup at Phoenix full starting lineup: Joey Logano on pole
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:12:26 +0000
    Joey Logano and Kyle Larson will share the front row for the NASCAR Cup race at Phoenix as the 'real' season gets underway, following two drafting tracks and a road course to open the 2026 season.
    Logano lapped the Arizona oval in 26.561s, and the driver of the #22 Team Penske Ford beat Larson's #5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet by 0.117s in an impressive lap.
    Austin Cindric will start ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Schumer once blocked Trump's move to fill the nation's oil reserves, now he wants them opened
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:22:21 GMT
    Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., wants President Donald Trump to tap into the nation's oil reserves, which were heavily drawn down under former President Joe Biden.

    Dolphins appear to find Tua Tagovailoa's replacement as free agency opens
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:14:23 GMT
    The Miami Dolphins reportedly agreed to a deal with quarterback Malik Willis on Monday hours after announcing they would part ways with Tua Tagovailoa.

    China-linked birth tourism under scrutiny as GOP lawmakers press Trump admin for answers
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:09:30 GMT
    House Republicans demand answers on alleged Chinese birth tourism in Pacific territory, raising national security concerns over citizenship loopholes.

    Chiefs, Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III agree to deal as NFL free agency begins: reports
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:44:51 GMT
    The Kansas City Chiefs and running back Kenneth Walker III agreed to a deal on Monday, according to multiple reports, as NFL free agency opened up.

    Southwest flight diverted after passenger scare as security incidents rattle US airports
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:42:29 GMT
    Multiple airline security scares disrupted weekend travel across several airports, though authorities found no credible threats in any incidents.

    GOP-led counties push back against Democrats' redistricting charge, testing Virginia?s constitutional limits
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:17:57 GMT
    Virginia counties mount legal resistance to April redistricting vote that could reshape congressional districts, citing constitutional violations.

    John Tesh defies the odds as TV star ?still fighting? cancer 10 years after grim prognosis
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:13:40 GMT
    John Tesh reveals how wife Connie Sellecca saved his life during prostate cancer battle. The former TV host credits faith and marriage for survival.

    Rihanna home shooting suspect held on $10M bail after allegedly firing multiple shots at star's mansion
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:04:04 GMT
    Woman allegedly fired 10 shots at Rihanna's Beverly Hills home from white Tesla, police say. Suspect accused of attempted murder with $10M bail set.

    Travis Kelce turning down top money to return to Chiefs for 2026 season: reports
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:01:26 GMT
    Travis Kelce appeared to make a decision when it came to returning for his 14th season. He is reportedly expected to re-sign with the Kansas City Chiefs.

    Talarico reportedly knew Colbert interview wouldn't air on TV before he left to film it
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:00:13 GMT
    Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico knew his Stephen Colbert interview wouldn't air on TV before filming it, according to a report published Saturday.

    Reporter's Notebook: Omar?s long history of controversy keeps her in the spotlight
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:54:26 GMT
    Rep. Ilhan Omar?s latest clash adds to years of scrutiny surrounding the progressive firebrand and original Squad member.

    Hate cleaning? These 11 workhorse products will save you time and simplify everyday chores
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:36:18 GMT
    From microfiber cloths and microwave steamers to spin scrubbers, vacuum-mop combos and stink-busting disposal tablets ? these cleaning essentials cut the effort, not the clean.

    Warrants served in New Jersey, Pennsylvania as feds look into possible NYC terrorism
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:32:12 GMT
    Federal investigators are probing a possible act of terrorism after explosive devices were thrown during a New York City protest.

    Stephen A Smith rules out White House bid, says he?d back Rubio over some top Democrats
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:30:35 GMT
    ESPN's Stephen A. Smith definitively shuts down 2028 presidential rumors on Hannity's podcast, saying, "If I have to give up my money, it's not happening."

    Sen Cory Booker proposes ?Keep Your Pay Act,? eliminating federal income tax on first $75,000
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:22:02 GMT
    Sen. Cory Booker proposes eliminating federal income tax on first $75,000 of income for working families in new Keep Your Pay Act ahead of 2026 bid.


    Indy Car Racing

    Indy 500 parking and camping sold out: Here are some travel options
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:57:58 GMT
    Race Day for the 110th Indy 500 is set to impress, with parking and camping sold out nearly a month earlier than last year. Here are some travel options!

    Josef Newgarden wins at Phoenix and moves atop the IndyCar standings
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:32:14 GMT
    Newgarden's victory continued what could be a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix after Joey Logano won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday.

    David Malukas scores maiden IndyCar pole in Phoenix qualifying; Schumacher qualifies 4th for first oval start
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:19:00 GMT
    Team Penske locked out the front row for Saturday's race while Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing drivers occupy the second row.

    The Palou Show | Defending IndyCar champ wins season-opener in St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:27:15 GMT
    The victory was Palou's 20th of his career and also marked his 45th podium finish in 99 starts.

    Mick Schumacher's IndyCar debut ends in crash at Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:51:53 GMT
    Schumacher didn't even get to complete a full lap in Sunday's season-opening IndyCar race on the streets of St. Petersburg.

    McLaughlin earns pole for IndyCar opener in St. Petersburg as Grosjean, rookie teammate Hauger make 'Fast Six'
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:16:59 GMT
    McLaughlin, coming off a winless season in 2025, won his second straight pole on the streets of St. Pete after narrowly beating out Marcus Ericsson for the top spot.

    Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling
    Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:14:34 GMT
    McLaren was initially seeking closer to $30 million and said after the ruling it would still pursue legal fees from Palou.

    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.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts and rumors
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 12:36:07 EST
    NFL free agency opened with the legal negotiating window at noon ET Monday. We're following all the moves.

    NFL free agency grades: Sizing up the Alec Pierce, Kenneth Walker III signings
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 12:36:07 EST
    We're handing out report cards on big moves, including the Alec Pierce and Kenneth Walker III signings.

    Source: Super Bowl MVP Walker to join Chiefs
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III has agreed to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

    Sources: Ex-Pack QB Willis, Dolphins reach deal
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    Free agent QB Malik Willis, after reviving his career with the Packers, has reached an agreement with the Dolphins, sources told ESPN.

    Sources: Falcons eye Tua after Dolphins cut QB
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    The Falcons are expected to pursue Tua Tagovailoa in free agency, sources told ESPN, after the QB was informed that he will be released by the Dolphins.

    Colts re-sign WR Pierce, trade Pittman to Steelers
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    The Indianapolis Colts are re-signing wide receiver Alec Pierce but are trading his running mate Michael Pittman Jr. out of town.

    Panthers land Phillips on 4-year deal, sources say
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    Linebacker Jaelan Phillips is signing with the Panthers, according to Adam Schefter.

    Source: Kelce tells Chiefs he's back for 14th year
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    Tight end Travis Kelce, a three-time champion with the Chiefs, has informed the team that he's returning for a 14th season with Kansas City, a source told ESPN.

    Hornets send pick to Heat to resolve Rozier trade
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    The Hornets are sending a second-round pick to the Heat to resolve a dispute over Terry Rozier being under investigation during a 2024 trade.

    UCLA closing gap on UConn in AP women's poll
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:04:40 EST
    No. 2 UCLA picked up three first-place votes from top-ranked UConn in this week's Associated Press women's basketball Top 25 poll, while Texas jumped South Carolina to move into the No. 3 spot.

    ? Soccer brawl in Brazil leads to 23 red cards
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:09:21 EST
    Cruzeiro's 1-0 win over Atlético-MG in Sunday's Mineiro Championship final was overshadowed by a mass brawl that erupted seconds before the final whistle and resulted in 23 red cards issued.

    Your guide to men's basketball this March: Contenders, stars, storylines to watch
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:18:44 EST
    The five teams at the top. The players to watch. The narratives likely to shape the conference and NCAA tournaments.

    Men's Bracketology: Champ Week chaos is alive and well
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:18:44 EST
    True to form, the early conference tournaments have provided upsets and some unexpected champions.

    NBA stars reflect on Wilt Chamberlain's 'mythical' legacy
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 09:13:26 EST
    As Gilgeous-Alexander closes in on breaking the longest 20-point scoring streak, NBA stars reflect on Chamberlin's legacy.

    The ins and outs of tampering in college football
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 10:08:41 EST
    Tampering 101, 201 and 301: What is considered OK, and what crosses the line in college football?

    Sources: Packers trading DL Gary to Cowboys
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:08:19 EST
    The Green Bay Packers are finalizing a deal that would send defensive lineman Rashan Gary to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a 2027 draft pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The pick is a fourth-rounder, according to NFL Network.

    Sources: Dolphins trade DB Fitzpatrick to Jets
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:08:19 EST
    The Dolphins are sending Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in exchange for the 2026 seventh-round pick from the Chargers, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

    Sources: Texans to bring back Ingram, Rankins
    Mon, 9 Mar 2026 13:08:20 EST
    Guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins will not hit free agency after agreeing to multiyear deals with the Texans, according to ESPN and NFL Network.