Microsoft Teams is retiring Together mode, and I'll miss the quirky feature
Thu, 21 May 2026 12:39:22 +0000
Microsoft will retire Teams Together mode on June 30, removing the shared views introduced during the remote?work boom. The company says the change will simplify meetings and reduce cognitive load.

007: First Light's global launch times have been announced ? Here's exactly when you can play James Bond's latest adventure where you are
Thu, 21 May 2026 12:12:13 +0000
IO Interactive has announced the global launch times for 007: First Light, an upcoming action-adventure game that will tell the tale of James Bond from an upstart rookie into the iconic secret agent he is today.

The next Xbox may drop the disc drive, but players seem ready for disc?to?digital ? if it's even real
Thu, 21 May 2026 10:32:09 +0000
Poll results and community reactions show strong interest in disc?to?digital, even though the program isn?t confirmed. With Project Helix potentially dropping the disc drive, readers are signalling how they want Xbox to handle discs.

Whoa, this nifty Forza Horizon 6 mod lets you play your Spotify music through the in-game radio ? here's how it works (and why you can't use it yet)
Wed, 20 May 2026 22:21:50 +0000
This sweet Forza Horizon 6 mod lets you play your own Spotify music through the in-game radio, but it's not available yet due to a Nexus Mods complication.

Fallout 4 is finally getting this huge update on Xbox and PlayStation 6 months late next week ? Bethesda's RPG will never be the same on consoles
Wed, 20 May 2026 21:03:03 +0000
Bethesda is finally giving Fallout 4 on Xbox and PlayStation the mod storage increase update that was originally supposed to come to the RPG months ago.

Microsoft's Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hires "widely respected" gaming industry analyst for strategy ? the move helps "position Xbox for the future?
Wed, 20 May 2026 20:41:33 +0000
In her latest wave of Xbox leadership hires, CEO Asha Sharma has brought industry analyst Matthew Ball and two others into the fold at Microsoft.

Daytona International Speedway to install new advanced LED lighting system
Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:03 +0000
The 'World Center of Racing' is getting a major update in the form of Musco?s modern LED lighting system, the same system utilized by venues like Yas Marina Circuit, which hosts the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Musco also installed the original system at Daytona International Speedway in 1998.
Working with Musco, the 2.5-mile superspeedway in Daytona Beach, FL, will install LED lighting ...Keep reading

'Joy' is the key to NASCAR on Prime's success
Wed, 20 May 2026 20:19:38 +0000
NASCAR on (Amazon) Prime Sports earned widespread critical acclaim last season and crew chief analyst Steve Letarte says their success came from a very simple set of instructions from executive producer Alex Strand.
?Alex won't pat himself on the back but I think the Prime group gave us a really clear direction on what was expected,? Letarte said on Wednesday during a media call previewing ...Keep reading

Team Penske makes another pit crew change for Ryan Blaney
Wed, 20 May 2026 18:34:18 +0000
 As Team Penske continues to try and find the right formula for its No. 12 pit crew, they have opted to make another change ahead of this weekend's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
The group has had several problems early in the year with 88 positions lost on pit road in the first eight races of the 2026 season. Both Blaney and rew chief Jonathan Hassler have been fairly open about ...Keep reading

The first-time winners of NASCAR's grueling Coke 600 and who might be next
Wed, 20 May 2026 16:55:02 +0000
It may be a bit strange to think that inexperienced drivers seem to shine in this grueling five-hour marathon, but it's happened enough for it to become notable. At 600 miles, no other NASCAR race gets close to the length of the Coca Cola 600.
And it is no surprise that several of those drivers who got their first win in NASCAR's longest race went on to become some of the sport's most ...Keep reading

1,101 miles of racing at Charlotte? Ross Chastain and Connor Zilisch are attempting it
Wed, 20 May 2026 12:55:02 +0000
Between the Coca-Cola 600 and the Indianapolis 500, Katherine Legge will attempt to complete 1,100 miles of racing between wildly different events on the same day, and separated by multiple states.
Nothing compares to that feat, but Trackhouse Racing teammates Ross Chastain and Connor Zilisch are attempting to complete their own 1,100-mile journey across all three national divisions this ...Keep reading

WWE legend Nikki Bella takes on role as Chief Margarita Officer, talks investment values, best time for margs
Thu, 21 May 2026 15:08:34 GMT
WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella announced as investor and Chief Margarita Officer for Madam Paleta Tequila, calling it a perfect brand partnership.

Joe Burrow calls Bengals roster the 'most talented' the team has had, has lofty expectations for season
Thu, 21 May 2026 15:05:47 GMT
Joe Burrow called the Cincinnati Bengals roster the most talented since he arrived, praising the Dexter Lawrence trade and key free-agent defensive signings.

By adding Ed Orgeron to staff, Lane Kiffin and LSU address key flaw from previous regime
Thu, 21 May 2026 15:02:28 GMT
LSU hires Ed Orgeron to join Lane Kiffin's coaching staff, leveraging Coach O's deep Louisiana ties and elite recruiting ability for the Tigers.

Wall Street banks helped Chinese military-linked firm raise billions despite red flags, lawmakers find
Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:49 GMT
Congressional report alleges U.S. banks helped CATL, which partners with Stellantis and Ford, raise capital despite Chinese military designation.

Republicans recoil as Trump's billion-dollar DOJ 'slush fund' for allies threatens ICE, Border Patrol plan
Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:40 GMT
Senate Republicans break with Trump over his $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, raising concerns about who gets the money and where it comes from.

Squad Dem slams Vance?s DOJ fraud probe claims: ?They?re just saying stupid shi----"
Thu, 21 May 2026 14:58:47 GMT
Rep. Ilhan Omar forcefully denies VP JD Vance's claim that the DOJ is investigating her for alleged fraud and immigration violations in the U.S.

Democrats release 2024 election autopsy that chair says 'does not meet my standards'
Thu, 21 May 2026 14:51:03 GMT
DNC Chair Ken Martin publicly disowns Democrats' 2024 election autopsy report, saying it does not meet his standards after their defeat to Trump.

Alex Palou's continued IndyCar domination draws more boos as he chases a 2nd straight Indy 500 crown
Wed, 20 May 2026 19:41:12 GMT
Palou understands why it's happening ? fans are weary of seeing him reach victory lane race after race ? even though he isn't tired of winning.

Alexander Rossi is sore but determined to make another Indianapolis 500 start following crash
Wed, 20 May 2026 10:03:01 GMT
Indianapolis Motor Speedway medical director Dr. Julia Vaizer will continue monitoring Rossi's recovery as he tries to return for Friday's final practice.

The strangest things Indy 500 drivers have seen from their cars | Milk & Cookies with Dave Calabro
Wed, 20 May 2026 02:53:20 GMT
From the sights and sounds of the Snake Pit to the smell of barbecue, drivers are taking in more than just the track during the Indy 500.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark named Indianapolis 500 grand marshal
Tue, 19 May 2026 14:09:15 GMT
The WNBA star will give the traditional command for drivers to report to their cars during pre-race ceremonies.

Alexander Rossi still hoping to compete in Indianapolis 500 after crash leads to hand surgery
Tue, 19 May 2026 12:53:45 GMT
Ed Carpenter Racing said Rossi, the 2016 race winner, hopes to drive in Friday's final practice and again in Sunday's race.

2016 Indy 500 champ Alexander Rossi suffered finger, ankle injury in practice crash
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:45 GMT
Alexander Rossi spun coming through the second turn and crashed hard into the outside wall during Monday?s Indianapolis 500 practice.

IndyCar penalizes Caio Collet, Jack Harvey for technical violations after Indy 500 qualifying
Mon, 18 May 2026 02:16:04 GMT
Caio Collet, who initially qualified 10th, and Jack Harvey, who initially qualified 29th, will now start 32nd and 33rd after the penalties.

Alex Palou starts his Indianapolis 500 title defense from the pole after taking the top spot in qualifying
Sun, 17 May 2026 23:41:26 GMT
Palou is the only starter in this year?s traditional 33-car starting grid with a qualifying average topping 232 mph.

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The best, worst offseason moves of the AFC: Barnwe...
Thu, 21 May 2026 09:43:17 EST
The Steelers signing Jamel Dean? Solid move. The Colts guaranteeing big money to Daniel Jones? Not so much. Let's pick out offseason highs and lows in the AFC.

A welcome-to-the-NFL moment in the third grade? Co...
Thu, 21 May 2026 09:43:17 EST
Criticism increases as Carlie Irsay-Gordon emerges from her father's shadow, but she's prepared.

Spurs, already minus Fox, lose Harper (hammy)
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
Dylan Harper suffered a right hamstring injury during the Spurs' loss to the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals.

Eagles LB Smith arrested after car clocked at 135
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested Friday and accused of speeding and reckless driving in Georgia, the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office told ESPN.

Busch (illness) hospitalized, out of Coca-Cola 600...
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch will not compete in Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway after being hospitalized following a severe illness.

Orgeron back to LSU as assistant on Kiffin's staff...
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
Ed Orgeron, who led LSU to a football national championship in 2019, is returning to the program as a special assistant to recruiting and defense on longtime friend Lane Kiffin's coaching staff.

Sinner opens career slam bid vs. French wild card
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
Jannik Sinner won't have the crowd on his side when he starts his quest for a career Grand Slam at the French Open this weekend. Sinner has drawn a French opponent in the first round -- Clement Tabur, ranked a career-high 165th.

Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles...
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:00:23 EST
Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.

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New Jersey declares state of emergency due to April freeze that killed roughly $300M in crops
Wed, 20 May 2026 20:46:49 -0400
Much of New Jersey has experienced an unusual weather pattern resulting in devastating agricultural losses across the state. Following a warm period, temperatures dropped sharply, with lows in the 20s, which was terrible timing, as crops were destroyed during the critical development stage.

Hybrid 'mutant' pig population explodes following 2011 Japanese nuclear accident
Wed, 20 May 2026 18:32:15 -0400
A population of hybrid feral pigs and wild boars is gaining attention following a 2011 nuclear accident caused by a magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami in Fukushima, Japan.

L?hain? Noon: The rare solar phenomenon that makes shadows disappear in Hawaii
Wed, 20 May 2026 18:10:07 -0400
During a phenomenon known as L?hain? Noon, the sun passes almost directly above the islands, causing upright objects to cast little to no shadow.

Sinkhole causes closure of LaGuardia Airport runway as crew work to make repairs
Wed, 20 May 2026 16:31:45 -0400
A sinkhole discovered near a runway at LaGuardia Airport in New York City caused multiple flight delays and cancellations on Wednesday as emergency crews worked to repair the site. The sinkhole was discovered around 11 a.m. while Port Authority officials were conducting their daily morning inspection of the airfield.

4-year-old tragically found dead inside hot car in the Golden State
Wed, 20 May 2026 16:21:09 -0400
Tragedy has unfolded in Los Angeles, California, after first responders discovered a 4-year-old dead inside a hot car on Tuesday.

Hints of tropical trouble loom ahead of official start to Atlantic hurricane season
Wed, 20 May 2026 15:48:09 -0400
The Atlantic hurricane season officially kicks off June 1, and early forecasts are showing there might be some tropical activity brewing for the early days of the season.