Windows Central

A new report teases the next update for Starfield and its PS5 port ? with a reveal expected soon
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:11:16 +0000
Insider Shinobi602 claims Starfield?s next major update and long rumored PS5 port could be revealed soon, with March 2026 tipped for an announcement.

This Xbox controller with Hall Effect sticks and trigger stops is just what I need to dominate Overwatch again ? and it's now on a 32% discount sale
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:49:44 +0000
We have found a 32% discount on the Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Pro, an Xbox and PC controller we rated highly for its superb controls, comfort, and customization. Here's why we think you should own in 2026.

Helldivers 2 director says "we still have many ambitious plans" for the beloved co-op shooter as the Cyberstan invasion begins ? "We're in it for the long run"
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:43:51 +0000
Arrowhead has confirmed it has "ambitious plans" to expand the scope of Helldivers 2 and its Galactic War meta game as players push to invade Cyberstan.

Need a new laptop to crush art jobs in college? ? Then check out this 2-in-1 laptop with 120Hz, 3K AMOLED, and great performance that's now 31% off
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:35:32 +0000
Amazon is offering a 31% discount on the Samsung Galaxy Book 5 360 laptop for a limited time. Here's why you should consider purchasing this now, a more affordable 2-in-1 laptop if you need hardware to complete workflow tasks and art projects with great efficiency.

A Japanese game that skipped Xbox suddenly launched on Xbox with zero warning
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:35:04 +0000
Zero Escape series creator Kotaro Uchikoshi brings his work to Xbox consoles.

A new StarCraft game is rumoured to be in the works by Nexon's Shooter Division ? implying that the game could be a first or third-person shooter
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:04:28 +0000
Rumors have sprung up that Nexon, the developer behind The First Descendant, Dungeon & Fighter, and Blue Archive, is working on a new game with the StarCraft IP.

Discord assumes everyone is a teen as global age verification rolls out ? Are you OK with handing sensitive data over to a company involved in a huge 2025 leak?
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:57:00 +0000
Discord has announced an early-March rollout for its new "Teen-by-Default" stance, which requires all users around the world to prove their age using facial scans or ID checks.

Blizzard is hiring a game engineer focusing on vehicle simulation ? will we be driving Siege Tanks in the StarCraft shooter?
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:50:42 +0000
Blizzard's mysterious StarCraft shooter project is picking up fresh rumors lately, as new career opportunities hint at possible gameplay directions.

5 reasons Linux actually beats Windows 11 (yes, we said it)
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:21:15 +0000
Five reasons Linux outperforms Windows 11, from freedom and privacy to control and hardware support.

My Xbox Ally X is broken ? as ASUS admits it's experiencing "high repair volume"
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:01:18 +0000
After only five months of use, my £800 ASUS ROG Ally X has completely died. Between the "troubleshooting" hurdles at UK outlet Currys and ASUS admitting to "high repair volumes" in the UK, my journey to get a repair (RMA) is off to a rocky start.

The First Descendant surges 167% on Xbox and Play Anywhere might be the secret weapon nobody?s talking about
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:37:37 +0000
The First Descendant has surged 167% on Xbox following its addition to Xbox Play Anywhere and launch on the Xbox PC app. Increased visibility and cross progression may be driving renewed interest.

Oh Liberty, Helldivers 2's Cyberstan update is here with the return of the Cyborgs and 3 new Automaton units ? the invasion is imminent, so lock in
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:19:53 +0000
The invasion of Cyberstan will soon begin in Helldivers 2, with the infamous Cyborgs from the first game returning to fight alongside their bot comrades.

Hearthstone's own take on the Cataclysm is the ultimate reset
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:46:06 +0000
As part of Blizzard?s 35th Anniversary celebrations, Hearthstone is shattering the timeline with its upcoming expansion: Cataclysm.

Hobbyist rescues $500 of RAM from local landfill ? a "major haul" exposes our throwaway culture during one of the worst hardware shortages ever
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:30:49 +0000
Tossing out 64GB of usable RAM is wasteful any day, but it seems preposterous during the ongoing memory squeeze that's seeing prices skyrocket. This PC hobbyist lucked out on a recent trip to the landfill.

Cloudflare on how Google abuses its search monopoly for AI, has access to "4.8" times more data than Microsoft ? by holding publishers to ransom
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:37:14 +0000
Microsoft and OpenAI cannot hope to replicate Google's dual-purpose crawlers, owing to the search firm's total monopoly over web traffic.


  • Sn This one

  • Nascar

    Phil Surgen talks AI in NASCAR and his new role at Trackhouse
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:20:08 +0000
    In 2026, Ross Chastain will have a new crew chief atop the pit box for the No. 1 Chevrolet. This comes after five seasons with Phil Surgen, who led Chastain to each of his six wins as a NASCAR Cup Series driver.
    The duo nearly won the 2022 Cup Series championship together, ending that season as the first runner-up in points. Their final race win together was the 2025 Coca-Cola 600, prevailing ...Keep reading

    The real reason Kevin Harvick says Clash became 'a shit show'
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:06:08 +0000
    Ultimately, Kevin Harvick believes the Cookout Clash on Wednesday was a messy affair not because of the winter weather or the tires used because of them but rather how drivers inevitably respond to being pushed around.
    The comments were made on Thursday during the latest episode of his Happy Hour YouTube show in response to a question from co-host Kaitlyn Vincie about the well-documented ...Keep reading

    Dale Earnhardt Jr. on his F1 fandom, and who he'd like to see try NASCAR
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:11:14 +0000
    NASCAR Hall of Famer and two-time Daytona 500 winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently spoke with Hard Rock Bet  (for whom he is a brand ambassador) about various topics, ranging from the upcoming season, regrets from his career, and even about a possible cameo in the 2028 Fast and Furious movie. 
    The son of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., he was also asked about his Formula 1 fandom and modern ...Keep reading

    NASCAR on superspeedway fuel saving: 'What are we trying to fix?'
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:19:26 +0000
    When the Daytona 500 begins next Sunday, the entire field will immediately go into fuel conservation mode and it frustrates a portion of the fan base every year.
    The reason drivers spend large portions of the race at half throttle or less in the Great American Race is that using less fuel will allow them to need less when they come down pit road.
    Because the competition package with this car ...Keep reading

    NASCAR Rule Book update bans using hands to deflect air while driving
    Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:12:46 +0000
    The NASCAR Cup Series Rule Book received a slew of preseason updates in advance of the final weekend before regular season racing begins next week at Daytona International Speedway.
    One marginally altered the qualifying procedures for the Daytona 500 and the other banned the practice of drivers placing their hands against their window nets during qualifying in the pursuit of less drag.
    The ...Keep reading

    Corey Heim will run 12 NASCAR Cup races with 23XI Racing in 2026
    Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:15:47 +0000
    Many were left shocked by the fact that Corey Heim was without a full-time ride entering the 2026 season. The defending NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion broke various records in his 2025 title run, and is considered the sport's top prospect alongside Connor Zilisch.
    However, that doesn't mean Heim won't be racing this year. In a Friday announcement, we learned that Heim will be piloting ...Keep reading

    Why NASCAR allowed teams to refuel without penalty late in The Clash
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:08:09 +0000
    NASCAR?s senior competition leadership says there were ?multiple layers? to the decision to let teams refuel without penalty on Wednesday in the middle of a sleet-affected and caution-riddled Cookout Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium.
    The decision drew the ire of several crew chiefs, those who filled their tank before the start of the race or those who took fuel at the expense of their track ...Keep reading

    Chris Gayle has no doubt Denny Hamlin will lock in for 2026 NASCAR title run
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:02:46 +0000
    Denny Hamlin returned from a tumultuous off-season by scoring an eventful top-5 in the Cookout Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on Wednesday night.
    Like much of the field, it wasn?t pretty, and Hamlin survived the chaos better than his peers more than anything else, but it was a top-5. He did it in his first race this season in which he will have to start nursing a re-injured surgically repaired ...Keep reading

    Carson Hocevar signs lengthy extension to keep him at Spire until 2030s
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:59:57 +0000
    Carson Hocevar isn't going anywhere, signing a long-term contract extension with Spire Motorsports that extends all the way into the 2030s. 
    The 23-year-old went full-time in the Cup Series in 2024 with Spire, and has helped elevate the team as one that can compete for race wins. While he is has yet to reach Victory Lane at the Cup level, Hocevar has three top fives and 15 top tens in 81 ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton spark romance rumors at Super Bowl while Alix Earle keeps fans guessing
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:58:21 GMT
    Celebrity romance rumors heat up at Super Bowl LX weekend as Kim Kardashian cozies up with Lewis Hamilton while Tom Brady gets flirty with Alix Earle.

    Hagerty urges FCC to punish Verizon over release of Senate phone data
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:48:41 GMT
    Verizon handed over phone data from Senator Bill Hagerty and other GOP senators to Jack Smith's team investigating President Donald Trump and 2020 election.

    Turning Point issues major endorsement in critical Senate race as Trump hints at weighing in
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:48:37 GMT
    Turning Point Action has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his bid to unseat longtime incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, in a high-stakes Senate race.

    NHL star says representing US at Olympics is 'one of the greatest honors I?ve ever had'
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:46:31 GMT
    Team USA star Brady Tkachuk spoke out about what it means to him to represent the U.S. at the Winter Olympics ahead of their forthcoming matchups.

    Epstein victims use Super Bowl commercial to pressure Pam Bondi over withheld files
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:39:24 GMT
    Super Bowl commercial targets Pam Bondi over Jeffrey Epstein files, with women demanding truth from attorney general. DOJ disputes claims it failed transparency compliance.

    Don McLean, 80, celebrates ten-year anniversary with girlfriend Paris, 31, with gushing tribute
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:37:59 GMT
    "American Pie" legend Don McLean marks decade-long romance with sweet Instagram tribute to girlfriend Paris Dylan, 31, despite 48-year age difference.

    Kaley Cuoco doesn't give a 'f---' what you think about her parenting
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:34:40 GMT
    Kaley Cuoco gets real about parenting judgment on "Armchair Expert," explaining why she refuses to let critics dictate how she raises daughter Matilda.

    Rubio blasts China over 'unjust and tragic' 20-year sentence for Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:27:43 GMT
    Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls Jimmy Lai's 20-year sentence "unjust" as Hong Kong convicts the 78-year-old democracy activist under national security law.

    Maryland high school locked down after shooting leaves one person injured
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:22:48 GMT
    Authorities confirmed one victim as officers responded to reports of gunfire and placed the Montgomery County school on lockdown.

    Ring's AI Search Party helps find lost dogs faster
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:11:19 GMT
    Ring has expanded its AI-powered Search Party feature nationwide, allowing anyone to use nearby cameras to help find a lost dog quickly.

    Bipartisan Senate bill targets money laundering linked to drug trafficking, terrorism
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:05:07 GMT
    Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Sen. Amy Klobuchar introduced a bipartisan measure to crack down on money laundering by increasing penalties and ensuring laws apply to systems used by drug traffickers and terrorists.

    Actress Rosie Perez reveals she predicted Kamala Harris was going to lose, says campaign didn't listen to her
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:00:11 GMT
    Rosie Perez revealed Monday that she predicted Kamala Harris would lose the election and said when she tried to warn the Harris campaign, nobody listened.

    'Home Alone' star Catherine O'Hara's cause of death revealed
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:51:12 GMT
    Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was revealed on Feb. 9, 10 days after the "Home Alone" star died. The actress suffered from a pulmonary embolism and was also battling cancer.

    California jewelry store burglar breaks in from roof, owner threatens to leave Los Angeles
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:50:37 GMT
    Co-owner Touraj Nezafati said a thief stole roughly $100,000 in precious jewels from the family's business in California.

    Older travelers who skip key step before popular vacation activity could be risking their health
    Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:10:17 GMT
    Doctors warn a popular bucket-list vacation activity has hidden health risks for older travelers. While scuba diving is generally safe, older adults need to take precautions.


    Indy Car Racing

    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.

    Will Power is determined to make Penske regret writing him off as he joins Andretti
    Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:19:50 GMT
    Power's determination and experience are expected to boost Andretti's performance this season.

    Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon receives a knighthood from New Zealand
    Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:22:56 GMT
    ?I?ve been called a lot of things, but I never thought that ?Sir? was going to be one of them," Dixon said.

    Rahal Letterman Lanigan adds Mick Schumacher, son of seven-time world champ, to 2026 IndyCar lineup
    Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:13:24 GMT
    Mick Schumacher is coming to America to jump-start his racing career.

    Valentino Rossi passes on McLaren's Indy 500 seat, Ryan Hunter-Reay steps in
    Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:34:06 GMT
    Rossi is considered one of the greatest motorcycle racers ever and is the only road racer to have competed in 400 or more Grands Prix.

    Indy 500 winner Alex Palou has likeness unveiled on Borg-Warner Trophy
    Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:13:54 GMT
    As he has for every winner of the "500" since 1990, renowned sculptor Will Behrends crafted Palou's image for the Borg-Warner Trophy.

    Ryan Hunter-Reay joins Arrow McLaren for 2026 Indianapolis 500
    Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:25:31 GMT
    Hunter-Reay, the 2014 winner of the "500" and 2012 IndyCar Series champion, will drive the No. 31 Chevrolet.

    AJ Foyt Racing signs Indy NXT runner-up Collet for full 2026 IndyCar campaign
    Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:56:35 GMT
    Caio Collet will drive the No. 4 Chevrolet with backing from Brazilian logistics company Combitrans Amazonia in all 17 IndyCar races.

    McLaren vs. Palou: A $20.7M lawsuit over broken promises and disappearing messages
    Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:18:07 GMT
    Closing arguments have been presented in McLaren's lawsuit against IndyCar champion Alex Palou.

    2026 Indy 500, Brickyard 400 tickets on sale now
    Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:45:00 GMT
    Tickets for 2026 marquee events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are now on sale online. Here's what you need to know.

    Formula One driver Mick Schumacher returns to Indianapolis to turn laps on road course in an IndyCar
    Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:10:02 GMT
    Mick Schumacher got a glimpse of the Indianapolis 500 in May. Whether he makes this area his next racing home is still to be decided.

    Officials explore bringing IndyCar race back to Cleveland
    Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:30:16 GMT
    The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission confirmed it is exploring the potential opportunity to bring an IndyCar race to the streets of downtown Cleveland in 2028.

    Andretti Global hires Ron Ruzewski as team principal, reuniting him with driver Will Power
    Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:06 GMT
    Ruzewski, a former Team Penske executive, will start in January. He replaces Rob Edwards, who will become chief performance officer for TWG Motorsports.


    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Next season already? Our Way-Too-Early NFL Power Rankings stack all 32 teams for 2026
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 14:28:11 EST
    After the conclusion of the 2025 NFL season, how do all 32 teams stack up for 2026? Here are our early rankings for next season.

    Offseason guide for every NFL team
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 13:41:49 EST
    What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

    Arizona continues unanimous No. 1 run in AP poll
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:50 EST
    Arizona remained firmly atop the AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll for a ninth consecutive week, while Houston jumped back into the top 5.

    Pearce allegedly crashed into WNBA player's car
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:50 EST
    Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. allegedly crashed his vehicle into one being driven by WNBA player Rickea Jackson multiple times and struck a police officer with the vehicle while evading arrest, according to the criminal complaint obtained by ESPN.

    Kim calls for unity after Trump's bashing of Hess
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:50 EST
    Chloe Kim and Eileen Gu, two Olympic standouts who have faced their share of hate over the years, each weighed in Monday on Donald Trump's bashing of their friend, American freeskier Hunter Hess.

    Vonn's dad: 'End of her career' if I have any say
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:51 EST
    Lindsey Vonn's father said the U.S. skiing superstar will no longer race if he has any say and that she won't return to the Winter Olympics after breaking her leg.

    Source: Gase ends NFL hiatus to join Chargers
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:51 EST
    Former Dolphins and Jets coach Adam Gase is joining the Chargers' staff as an assistant coach with a passing game focus, a source confirmed to ESPN.

    Serena nears return eligibility; no plans revealed
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:51 EST
    Serena Williams passed another stage on the path to a possible comeback to professional tennis, being listed as eligible to return to competition on Feb. 22, though the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has not announced any plans to make a return.

    Red Sox get Durbin in 6-player trade with Brewers
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:50 EST
    The Red Sox filled a need at third base with the acquisition of Caleb Durbin in a six-player trade with the Brewers that sent left-hander Kyle Harrison to Milwaukee.

    Red-hot Duke rises in women's T25; UConn still 1
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:51 EST
    Duke, riding a 15-game winning streak, climbed six spots to No. 11 in the Associated Press women's basketball Top 25 poll on Monday.

    ? Social reaction to Bad Bunny's halftime show
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:01:50 EST
    Stars took their reactions to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime performance to social media.

    Making sense of Super Bowl LX: The Seahawks mixed up their game plan, and the Patriots couldn't adapt
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 11:51:24 EST
    Let's size up Seattle's defensive wrinkles, an explosive RB, great special teams and Sam Darnold's performance.

    Follow live: U.S. women's hockey takes on Switzerland in the group stage
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:50:07 EST
    null

    2026 Winter Olympics: U.S. curling into final, U.S. women's hockey plays Switzerland and more live updates
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 14:49:31 EST
    On Monday at the Winter Olympics, U.S. women's hockey plays again and snowboard big air medals will be awarded.

    Olympics seek solution to rash of broken medals
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 14:49:31 EST
    American downhill champion Breezy Johnson and other athletes found their medals broke within hours.

    Baseball is back! The stars, teams and themes we can't wait to see in spring training
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:19:21 EST
    Here's what has us most excited as MLB players report this week to Arizona and Florida.

    What this NBA trade deadline revealed: Teams are finding new ways to tank
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 16:00:19 EST
    Much to the irritation of some league insiders, the trade deadline was more than just a flurry of moves: It showed the next evolution in teams racing to the bottom.

    Men's Bubble Watch: Iowa's inch to lock status, more results from a packed weekend
    Mon, 9 Feb 2026 15:20:51 EST
    Iowa, USC pulled out wins but Ohio State, UCF, West Virginia, Tulsa have work to do after a mixed bubble Sunday.