I spent time with the August Windows 11 Insider builds, and these 8 changes reveal Microsoft?s next phase for the OS
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:23:08 +0000
The latest Windows 11 Insider builds for the first half of August bring a major context menu redesign, better recovery networking, new personalization options, and a few notable features get axed from the OS.

Xbox Insiders are getting a wave of new Xbox Series X|S dashboard features today, here's what's new
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:47:24 +0000
The Xbox dashboard has been getting tons of improvements as of late. Here's what's coming later today for Xbox Insiders on Xbox Series X|S.

5 more must-have Windows 11 apps ? this time from Reddit and our readers
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:08:15 +0000
Upgrade Windows 11 with these reader-recommended apps for scheduled dark mode, advanced volume mixing, seamless cross-platform file transfers, and taskbar shortcuts.

The future of id Software ? alumni from the legendary DOOM studio speaks on its future with Xbox. The good, and the bad.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:02:02 +0000
Recently, we spoke to id Software alumni on the studio's present and future, as Xbox layoffs upend the legendary studio known for popularizing an entire genre.

Is Microsoft Defender crashing on your PC? A bad update is breaking scans
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:45:44 +0000
A recent update breaks Full and Quick Scans in Microsoft Defender, but a new security intelligence patch fixes the problem.

I tried GeForce NOW on Firefox as NVIDIA and Mozilla team up for 1440p at 120 FPS ? Yeah, it's still the best for cloud gaming.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:18:05 +0000
GeForce NOW adds official Firefox support, with up to 1440p/120 FPS cloud gaming available to anyone who subscribes to NVIDIA's paid tiers.

Dale Jr. defends Cleetus McFarland's Super Late Model run: 'Yeah he wrecked, so f***ing what?'
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:14:38 +0000
Cleetus McFarland (real name Garrett Mitchell) had himself quite a busy few days last week. The popular YouTuber turned real-life racer recently invested in a new car and took it out racing at Berlin Raceway in Michigan with the goal of sharpening his race craft.
The racing day was going well for McFarland right up until it wasn't. After a solid performance to open the race, McFarland got loose ...Keep reading

Justin Marks addresses Trackhouse downsizing debate
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:19:14 +0000
The biggest move of NASCAR's 2027 offseason may have already taken place. Earlier this week, it was announced that Connor Zilisch would be leaving Trackhouse Racing to join Hendrick Motorsports on a multi-year deal that begins in 2028.
It's a boon for Zilisch, who remains one of the top prospects in the Cup Series despite a rookie year that has been marred with inconsistency. It's the type of ...Keep reading

Dale Earnhardt Jr. isn't sure on Trackhouse's next move after Connor Zilisch departure
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:50:17 +0000
Trackhouse Racing has to make some plans for the future following the move of Connor Zilisch, who is set to leave Trackhouse and join Hendrick Motorsports at the conclusion of the 2027 NASCAR season.
While Trackhouse has plenty of runway given Zilisch will still be with the team for another year, there are still lots of questions about the team's strategy moving forward.
Like so many things ...Keep reading

Regarding Hendrick, Kyle Larson, Connor Zilisch and the Charlotte-Indianapolis double
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:46:27 +0000
No, Kyle Larson completing a generally unplanned Knoxville-and-Richmond double does not make him any more likely to attempt both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day ever again.
For that matter, Rick Hendrick doesn?t want to directly be involved in something like this ever again.
When asked about the topic on Tuesday, Larson was already shaking head ?no? before the ...Keep reading

Connor Zilisch doesn't mean Hendrick still isn't big on Corey Day
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:38:25 +0000
Just because Connor Zilisch has been hired to drive the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet in 2028, that doesn?t mean Hendrick Motorsports doesn?t have a plan for Corey Day.
That was part of what was revealed during a press conference on Tuesday in which Rick Hendrick and Jeff Gordon introduced Zilisch as their next generation driver following his two-year rookie contract stint at Trackhouse ...Keep reading

Sports cartoons of the day
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:12:42 GMT

Biden admin released illegal immigrant accused of fatally stabbing Fairfax County mother
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:59 GMT
A federal source says the Fairfax County stabbing suspect is a Salvadoran illegal immigrant caught and released at the border during the Biden era.

How one NYC suburb could decide which party controls the House
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:49 GMT
Mike Lawler accuses Cait Conley of ducking national debates in the New York City suburbs race that could decide the House majority in midterms.

Texas mom backs Ten Commandments in classrooms as legal battle reaches Supreme Court
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:47 GMT
Brittany McFarland says Texas Ten Commandments classroom displays gave her a renewed sense of hope as families ask the Supreme Court to block the law.

Trump reveals exact number of North Korea's nuclear weapons
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:34 GMT
Trump cited 57 nuclear weapons in North Korea's arsenal, marking the first time a U.S. official has publicly put an exact number on Pyongyang's stockpile.

Retro Pizza Hut draws customers from hours away as 1980s nostalgia sends sales soaring
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:33 GMT
Retro appeal has turned a small-town Pizza Hut into a destination for customers seeking a nostalgic dining experience, with its franchise operator planning to add even more throwback touches.

Princess Diana could have survived fatal Paris crash if she made one simple choice, investigator says
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:10 GMT
Henri Paul's blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit when the Mercedes crashed in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel, killing Princess Diana.

Marcus Ericsson wins inaugural IndyCar race in Markham for 1st win with Andretti
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:13:32 GMT
The brand new street circuit in Markham, a suburb about 30 kilometers north of downtown Toronto, proved tricky for even the series' most experienced drivers.

Louis Foster earns 2nd career IndyCar pole in Markham qualifying as Palou, Power, Newgarden all crash
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:55:19 GMT
By virtue of being the inaugural pole winner, Foster also became the de facto track record holder.

IndyCar calls off opening day in Markham after promoter fails to complete track
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:03:06 GMT
The event is in its first year in Markham after leaving Toronto?s Exhibition Place, the race site since its inaugural running in 1986.

IndyCar unveils opening stretch to 2027 season
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:47:25 GMT
The series released the locations and dates for the first eight races of the upcoming season.

Alex Palou holds Indy 500 winner Rosenqvist at bay to win 6th IndyCar race of the season at Portland
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:18:30 GMT
With just five races left in the season, Palou now holds a staggering 110-point advantage over second place Kyle Kirkwood in the points standings.

Felix Rosenqvist earns 2nd IndyCar pole of the season in Portland qualifying
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:59:19 GMT
Rosenqvist, who is leaving Meyer Shank Racing at the end of the season to rejoin Arrow McLaren, bested series points leader Alex Palou and Will Power.

Marcus Ericsson returning to Andretti Global in 2027
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:01:47 GMT
Ericsson will again partner alongside teammates Kyle Kirkwood and Will Power for the 2027 IndyCar season.

IndyCar holds first public test of new IR-28 chassis at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:59:54 GMT
Alexander Rossi, the 2016 Indianapolis 500 winner, was the first driver to turn laps in the new-for-2028 chassis on Saturday.