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

NASCAR?s ?new? Atlanta is built for chaos
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:13 +0000
Next up on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule is EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta), and it's a race that is unique among the rest of the tracks on the NASCAR schedule.
Following a massive reconfiguration project after the 2021 season, it is neither a true intermediate nor a proper superspeedway these days, but a strange hybrid of the two.
But since the start of the Next Gen era in 2022, it has ...Keep reading

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

Fox News Headlines

The best Amazon weekend deals: Up to 82% off Apple, Carhartt, Crest and more
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:07:14 GMT
Shop Amazon's best limited-time discounts on robot vacuums, fans, power stations and more, with prices starting at just $10.

AI backlash reaches major university with bold ban on laptops and phones for law students
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:04:33 GMT
The University of Chicago will bar first year law students from using laptops, tablets and phones in class starting this fall to combat AI reliance.

Three intriguing quarterback battles to watch during college football offseason camps
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:59:00 GMT
Alabama, Florida and Clemson face heated quarterback battles heading into fall camp, with talented freshmen challenging veterans for starting roles.

California man picks up explosive device on a beach during July 4 cleanup, loses hand
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:53:20 GMT
Jason Turner picked up a bomb-like device while cleaning fireworks debris on a Del Norte County beach, resulting in a hand amputation and vision loss.

Romney weighs in on 2028: Those 80 and older shouldn't be 'running the world'
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:51:28 GMT
Former Sen. Mitt Romney, who will turn 80 next year, indicated that he does not think individuals 80 and older should be at the helm of the nation.

Federal appeals court upholds controversial Illinois ban on semiautomatic guns
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:43:00 GMT
A federal appeals court upheld a controversial Illinois law that largely bans so-called assault weapons, though a judge dissented from the decision.

LA Times reporter calls Dodgers "tone deaf" and an "insult to their fans" for accepting White House invitation
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:42:11 GMT
Bill Plaschke called the Los Angeles Dodgers "tone deaf" for accepting the invitation to the White House to celebrate their World Series championship.
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

The MLB draft is Saturday! Kiley McDaniel predicts...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:52:48 EST
Who goes No. 1 to the White Sox? This year, the intrigue begins with a trio of stars in play for the top pick.

The players we can't wait to see in the MLB Future...
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:38:19 EST
The brightest stars in the minors take the field Sunday in Philly. Here's who we'll be watching most closely.

No GPS tracker for Arnold, can work out for teams
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:45:01 EST
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker as a condition of his release, a Florida judge ruled Friday, allowing him to continue to work out with NFL teams in an effort to get re-signed after being cut.

Sinner beats Djokovic, returns to Wimbledon final
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:45:01 EST
Top-ranked Jannik Sinner will play for his second consecutive Wimbledon title after defeating seven-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals Friday.

Scheffler headed for first missed cut in 4 years
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:45:01 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 13:45:01 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 13:45:01 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 13:45:01 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.