"Mojang ... will now report directly to me": Xbox CEO takes direct control of Minecraft to better compete with Roblox as Microsoft's huge gaming cuts hit
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:01:49 +0000
As Microsoft's mass Xbox layoffs come down, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma assumes direct oversight over Minecraft, Candy Crush, and its development teams.

Arkane?s Blade project is reportedly "running over budget", and the studio?s future at Xbox is now in question
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:55:31 +0000
Fresh reports claim Marvel's Blade is running over budget and has been delayed, while Microsoft reportedly works to secure Arkane's future amid its wider Xbox restructuring.

My plea to Xbox fans of the divested studios ? put your money where your mouth is
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:28:21 +0000
Xbox's freed studios have a lifeline. Now I implore fans to put their money where their mouth is and buy their games.

I called this flight sim controller the coolest thing I?d ever seen for PC gaming ? now it's coming to Xbox to fix its biggest downside
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:22:43 +0000
Honeycomb's Echo Aviation Controller adds Xbox support, delivering drift?free sensors and deeper MSFS immersion while fixing its only real downside.

State of Decay 3 reportedly isn?t obligated to launch on Xbox Game Pass under new ownership
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:19:41 +0000
State of Decay 3 could have a very different future following Xbox's reported sale of Undead Labs. According to Game File, the game will not be contractually required to launch on Xbox Game Pass, raising questions about its eventual release strategy.

"AI is changing how work gets done": Microsoft insists 4,800 layoffs aren't because of AI, but points to a shifting workforce
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:01:44 +0000
Microsoft announced 4,800 layoffs, heavily impacting its Xbox and gaming-related divisions. While Microsoft's Amy Coleman clarified these roles are not being eliminated because of AI, her letter to employees emphasized how automation is fundamentally changing work.

Winners and losers from a thrilling NASCAR Cup return to Chicagoland
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:26:15 +0000
Next Gen cars raced at Chciagoland Speedway for the first time ever this weekend, and it was a truly thrilling race, even as the Toyotas once again prevailed over the field.
Hendrick Motorsports showed some might, and there was nonstop action throughout the field. It was also the first of three consecutive Sunday night races on the 2026 Cup schedule, really forcing teams to work hard to keep ...Keep reading

Who was eliminated in Round 2 of the NASCAR In-Season Bracket Challenge?
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:22:57 +0000
32 drivers were cut down to 16 at Sonoma, and now only eight remain after Chicagoland in the NASCAR In-Season Bracket Challenge. The wildly unpredictable EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta) is next, with the tournament concluding with races at North Wilkesboro and the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The winner will receive a $1 million prize, and Ty Gibbs is the defending champion ...Keep reading

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after Chicagoland 2026
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:54:18 +0000
It's incredible to think that Tyler Reddick had a 129-point lead in the championship just before Memorial Day Weekend in May, as he now trails Denny Hamlin by 44 points.
Reddick lost the points lead for the first time this year one week ago, and while he ran strong at Chicagoland this weekend, a piece of debris punches through the radiator and put him 30 laps down after repairs.
The biggest ...Keep reading

Official race results: 2026 NASCAR Cup at Chicagoland
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:13:31 +0000
Chase Briscoe returns to Victory Lane for the first time since Talladega in October, 2025, earning his sixth career win at Chicagoland Speedway.
It was a trio of Joe Gibbs Racing Toyotas at the front of the field at the checkered flag, with Briscoe beating Christopher Bell to the line by just 0.276s, with Denny Hamlin just over three seconds back in third.
William Byron led the way for ...Keep reading

Chase Briscoe wins Chicagoland NASCAR Cup race in JGR 1-2-3
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:00:06 +0000
Chase Briscoe collected his sixth career NASCAR Cup win and his first of the 2026 season on Sunday, winning in NASCAR's long-awaited return to Chicagoland Speedway.
He had to hold off a charging Christopher Bell at the end of the race, and led a Joe Gibbs Racing 1-2-3 with Bell second and Denny Hamlin third.
"How about that race," said Briscoe after climbing from the No. 19 Bass Pro Shops ...Keep reading

2026 World Cup Young Player of the Tournament Odds: Lamine Yamal Favored
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:54:08 GMT
Can anyone ? or anything ? stop Lamine Yamal from winning Young Player of the Tournament at the World Cup? See the odds.

West Virginia man pleads guilty to making violent threats against Trump, ICE
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:53:51 GMT
Cody Lee Smith admitted to lobbing threats against President Donald Trump and ICE agents, according to the U.S. Attorneys Office for the Northern District of West Virginia.

Senate hopeful says Texas home to the 'best drag queens in the nation' in resurfaced comments
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:53:18 GMT
James Talarico praised Texas drag queens as "some of the best" while criticizing a drag show law, drawing sharp attacks from his Republican rival.

2026 World Cup Odds: Balogun Back; USA Favored Over Belgium In Round Of 16
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:50:24 GMT
Check out the USA's latest World Cup odds ahead of the Round of 16, now that Folarin Balogun is back.

2026 World Cup Golden Ball: Mbappé Favored To Win Player Of The Tournament
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:47:36 GMT
It's early in the Golden Ball race, but two of France's superstars are chasing the GOAT.

2026 World Cup Odds: Which Nations Are Favored To Reach Semifinals?
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:37:41 GMT
Which nations are most likely to make the final four? See the latest odds to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals.

2026 World Cup Quarterfinal Odds: Which Squads Will Make Final 8?
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:35:10 GMT
Which countries will make it to the quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Check out the latest odds.

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.

Alex Palou survives carnage to win IndyCar Detroit GP from pole
Sun, 31 May 2026 20:59:05 GMT
Palou led 71 laps in a race that saw six full-course caution flags waive throughout the afternoon.

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Why FIFA's Balogun reversal is an uncomfortable de...
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:29:31 EST
For USMNT fans, seeing Folarin Balogun play against Belgium after FIFA rescinded his suspension will feel a bit odd -- a jumble of joy tinged with a heavy slice of unease.

Nobody benefits from FIFA letting Balogun off the ...
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:29:09 EST
The U.S. will be buzzing to have Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium, but it's a bad look for this World Cup.

Trump: I asked Infantino to 'review' Balogun red
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
President Donald Trump said Monday he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to USMNT striker Folarin Balogun in the team's match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, calling it a "horrible" call.

Belgium ask FIFA to explain Balogun reversal
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
The Belgian soccer federation wants an explanation from FIFA about a decision to let United States forward Folarin Balogun play at the World Cup despite getting a red card in his previous game.

Sources: Hachimura staying in LA with Clippers
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
Free agent forward Rui Hachimura has agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal with the LA Clippers, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

Poirier: Personal struggles led to drinking, arres...
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
Former UFC star Dustin Poirier says his father's issues with alcoholism and his own ongoing struggles with retired life contributed to his arrest last month.

Sources: Kawhi hires new agent for next deal
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are expected to start contract extension talks this week in Toronto after his trade becomes official -- and the two-time Finals MVP will do so with new representation.

Henderson suffers freak injury after England win
Mon, 6 Jul 2026 12:52:12 EST
Jordan Henderson suffered a serious wrist injury after falling in the celebrations following England's win over Mexico on Sunday.

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Whale strikes, sinks New Jersey fireboat, giving crew seconds to abandon ship
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:45:16 -0400
Return from a routine regional security detail turned into a race for survival over the holiday weekend when a surfacing whale hit and sank a Carteret Fire Department vessel. The vessel suffered catastrophic damage and rapidly began taking on water.

Groundbreaking approach could help protect coral reefs and prevent bleaching from above
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:25 -0400
Coral reefs are home to over one million species, earning them the nickname "the rainforests of the sea." However, coral reefs are struggling to survive. Many factors are contributing to coral bleaching, including intense UV radiation, pollution and rising water temperatures.

Dangerous flash flood threat escalates for nearly 60M across Northeast, New England, including I-95 corridor
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:07:50 -0400
A life-threatening flash flood threat is increasing for nearly 60 million people across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and southern New England, with more rounds of heavy rain expected to soak the region through Monday night.

NASA wants to light the first fire on the moon. Here's why
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:47:45 -0400
NASA plans to ignite a controlled fire on the moon as part of an experiment to better understand how flames behave during emergencies on future crewed missions.

1 killed, 4 injured after Fourth of July boat crash in Oregon
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:07:16 -0400
One person was killed, and four others were injured after a boat crashed in Multnomah County, Oregon, on Saturday. The vessel was found near Northwest Gillihan Road on Sauvie Island.

Scientists discover new method of defense against solar storms to help protect Earth
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:54:59 -0400
A recent study is shedding light on how we handle geomagnetic storms, offering a way to reduce their severity. Solar storms occur when the sun creates an entangled mess of magnetic fields, similar to a messy head of hair after a long night of sleep.