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This overlooked Battlefield game is shutting down after 11 years, but only on Xbox and PlayStation consoles ? the Steam PC version will live on, to my surprise
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:20:05 +0000
EA and Battlefield Studios are shutting down Battlefield Hardline, a unique police-themed spinoff, on consoles over a decade after its release.

Save desk space while saving the World of Warcraft with this MMO mouse and gaming keyboard ? both nearly 40% off
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:23:13 +0000
Two of Razer's best mid-range PC gaming accessories are on sale for Amazon's Spring Sale, just in time for World of Warcraft: Midnight's first Season.

From Mixed to Magic ? Crimson Desert's Steam reviews surge to glory
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:13:01 +0000
The developers have been hard at work making changes, and the player base is steadily falling in love with the continent of Pywel.

The best gaming CPU that "slam dunks on Intel" hits its lowest-ever price ? there's no AAA PC title that the 9800X3D won't handle
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:09:33 +0000
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is one of the best gaming processors you can currently upgrade your rig with to optimize your favorite game's performance, and it's enjoying its lowest discount yet for a limited time.

Microsoft?s new Clipchamp ultimatum ? Sync to OneDrive or lose your ability to edit
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:44:06 +0000
A new update to Windows 11?s built-in video editor mandates OneDrive for all active projects, effectively ending local-only workflows.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is still selling ridiculously well, despite being a 'dead' game everyone seems to hate
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:26:13 +0000
Circana?s latest data shows Black Ops 7 holding strong despite mixed reception, with Helldivers 2 notably performing best on Xbox for February.

The Windows 11 March 2026 update was causing sign-in problems, but Microsoft has now fixed it
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:29:43 +0000
Windows 11 March 2026 update breaks sign-ins for Teams, OneDrive, and more. Here's the fix and what Microsoft says about a patch.

A new Xbox Partner Preview set is set for this month! ? Third-party reveals, Game Pass additions, and more coming our way
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:22:03 +0000
Xbox has announced its next Partner Preview for March 26, revealing new details on what to expect, including updates on Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, and more third-party games, alongside Game Pass news.

Amid AI and DLSS 5 concerns, Capcom says ?generative AI could be a partner? in game development
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:19:24 +0000
Capcom has detailed how it plans to use generative AI in game development, focusing on idea generation and efficiency while avoiding AI-generated assets in final game content.

Windows 11's latest bug fix proves why the option to pause updates forever needed to arrive yesterday
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:44 +0000
Microsoft?s emergency fix for the Windows 11 sign-in bug is here, but the damage to user trust remains. This latest bug shows why Microsoft needs to let people pause updates forever.

I'm seriously impressed with Intel's new Core Ultra 200S Plus desktop CPUs ? content creators could be swept up by the 250K and 270K at these genuinely affordable prices
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Intel's Core Ultra 200S series CPUs come as a duo of Arrow Lake Refresh processors, and they're refreshingly cheap for creators, with gaming benefits to boot.

After backlash from gamers, the developers of Crimson Desert are reevaluating their stance on Intel Arc graphics card support
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:01:12 +0000
Crimson Desert initially launched without working Intel Arc support, prompting backlash from players. Pearl Abyss has now confirmed it is working on compatibility and optimization updates.

Microsoft is putting an end to microslop on Windows 11 ? commits to reducing Copilot across system apps and interfaces
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:57:01 +0000
As part of Microsoft's big set of sweeping changes coming to Windows 11, the company has confirmed plans to reduce where Copilot and AI experiences appear across the OS.

Fresh details on Halo Campaign Evolved reveal co-developer Abstraction?s expanded responsibilities in core campaign designs
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:47:22 +0000
A new report details Abstraction as a co-developer on Halo Campaign Evolved, detailing its major role in mission design, gameplay systems, and overall campaign development.

A beloved co?op Minecraft game is making a comeback this year ? but will Minecraft Dungeons II fix its biggest flaws in 2026?
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:32:50 +0000
It's hard to argue against a sequel for a game that saw over 25 million players.

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    Winners and losers from NASCAR's first Darlington race of 2026
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:24:46 +0000
    Daytona, Atlanta, COTA, and now Darlington. 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick is driving away with the championship lead, and in this age of parity, a win record like that is nearly unheard of.
    But 23XI wasn't the only team that turned heads on Sunday, with RFK and Spire both showing good pace, while titans like HMS and JGR lagged behind. 
    36 of the 37 starters finished Sunday's race, but there ...Keep reading

    Cup drivers say new package is directionally positive at Darlington
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:46:17 +0000
    When it comes to the debut of the new short track package at Darlington Raceway, there might be a Venn Diagram overlap between those who had really good cars and those who felt like it improved the racing.
    As a result, there may also be a similar overlap for the opposite.  
    Ultimately, most drivers said the increased horsepower and reduced downforce configuration did not fundamentally ...Keep reading

    Tyler Reddick and 23XI on a 'dream run' to start NASCAR season
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:05:18 +0000
    This isn?t supposed to happen anymore.
    With the introduction of the NextGen car in 2022, a single-source supplied spec car, the conviction was that no one would be able to dominate modern Cup Series campaigns the way Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson or Kyle Larson had back in the day.
    Parity!
    There have been just six races, of course, but Tyler Reddick, Billy Scott and the 23XI Racing No. 45 ...Keep reading

    Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after 2026 Darlington I
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:21:15 +0000
    After four wins in the first six races, Tyler Reddick holds a monumental points lead in the regular season standings. He is now enjoying his biggest lead yet, 95 points ahead as Ryan Blaney moves back into the runner-up spot after a tough day for Bubba Wallace.
    Around the cutline, Daniel Suarez has now moved back inside the top 16 while his Spire teammate Michael McDowell drops below.
    The ...Keep reading

    Official race results: NASCAR Cup 2026 Darlington I
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:44:49 +0000
    At Darlington Raceway, 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick earned his 12th career win and his fourth in the first six races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup season.
    He was followed by Brad Keselowski in second, a driver who was hoping to end a two-year win drought, but had to settle for two stage wins and a runner-up finish. Ryan Blaney fought back from a loose wheel to finish third, Carson Hocevar led the way ...Keep reading

    Tyler Reddick fights through adversity to win Darlington Cup race
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:43:35 +0000
    Tyler Reddick may have started first and finished first, but there was a lot happening between it all. He struggled with electrical issues early and needed to shut off the fans, causing the temperature to rapidly rise in the car. He had to manually drain hot water from his broken cool suit, complained about possible brake problems, faced a green flag pit stop mishap, the team had to change a ...Keep reading

    The best throwback schemes for NASCAR Darlington weekend
    Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:11:29 +0000
    Darlington is no longer being treated as the official 'Throwback Weekend,' but there's still several teams opting to pay tribute to the sport's history by recreating iconic paint schemes.
    Last December, two-time Southern 500 winner Greg Biffle was killed alongside six others in a tragic plane crash. This weekend, there are several paint schemes honoring the NASCAR legend, in both the Cup and ...Keep reading

    NASCAR Cup Darlington starting lineup: Tyler Reddick beats Bubba Wallace to pole
    Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:35:43 +0000
    In a tricky qualifying session at Darlington Raceway, Tyler Reddick went fastest of all with a 29.072s lap, even while hitting the wall at the exit of Turn 4.
    The closest driver to the championship leader in qualifying was the same driver closest to him in the championship standings -- 23XI Racing teammate Bubba Wallace, who ended the session 0.126s behind the pole-sitter.
    "Gosh, I came off ...Keep reading

    Three NASCAR Cup car chiefs ejected after Darlington inspection failures
    Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:12:14 +0000
    Darlington is the latest race to feature some inspection issues at the start of the weekend. Ahead of NASCAR Cup practice and qualifying, three Cup teams failed inspection twice, resulting in some penalties.
    They were the #9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet of Chase Elliott, the #17 RFK Racing Ford of Chris Buescher, and the lone open entry in the field -- the #66Garage 66 Ford of Timmy ...Keep reading

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    Giants valued at $10.8B as Tisch family seeks equity transfer with Epstein investigation looming: report
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:44:13 GMT
    The New York Giants have reportedly been valued at $10.8 billion as the Tisch family seeks to transfer a 23.1% equity stake worth about $2.5 billion to a children's trust.

    SCOTUS conservatives signal readiness to curb late-arriving mail ballots
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:40:06 GMT
    Conservative Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical during oral arguments of allowing states to continue counting late-arriving mail-in ballots. A decision is expected in June.

    Sarah Ferguson's rep breaks silence on rumors she?s joining reality show to clone Queen Elizabeth?s corgis
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:34:36 GMT
    Sarah Ferguson's spokesperson denied reports she planned to star in a reality TV show about cloning Queen Elizabeth II's beloved corgis, Muick and Sandy.

    SEE IT: 'Habitual' offender with 10-plus prior convictions arrested after driving backwards on highway: police
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:22:40 GMT
    A Florida man caught driving backwards on SR 100 claimed a mechanical issue before deputies arrested him for habitual driving with a suspended license.

    House GOP targeting vulnerable Dems over DHS shutdown, TSA chaos
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:20:08 GMT
    The NRCC launches paid ads targeting Democrats in 28 districts, accusing them of shutting down DHS and forcing TSA agents to work without pay at airports.

    UK counterterrorism police probe antisemitic arson attack as Iran-linked group claims responsibility
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:09:25 GMT
    An Iran-linked group claims responsibility for torching Jewish ambulances outside a Golders Green synagogue in London as counterterrorism police investigate.

    EU blocks US vote to define gender as biological men and women at UN women?s forum
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:06:54 GMT
    The EU used a procedural motion to block a U.S. resolution at the United Nations that sought to define gender as referring to biological men and women, leaving it without a vote.

    Obama intel chief angered president at meeting by asking if he'd tolerate Iran having nuclear weapon
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:56:39 GMT
    Newly released oral histories revealed that former DNI Dennis Blair confronted President Obama over Iran?s nuclear policy and was later sidelined.

    World Series champ recalls terrifying near-drowning incident in Minnesota
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:14:24 GMT
    Houston Astros star shortstop Carlos Correa recalled a near-drowning incident with his son on Lake Minnetonka in Minneapolis last summer.

    'Call a Boomer' payphones help cure loneliness, spark friendships across generations
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:04:55 GMT
    The "Call a Boomer" payphone project aims to fight loneliness by connecting younger and older adults through candid, cross-generational conversations.

    Mask-free ICE agents begin patrolling US airports; Trump floats National Guard
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:00:46 GMT
    President Donald Trump said ICE agents helping at airports with TSA lines should not wear masks, adding he may call in the National Guard if airport chaos continues.

    Police investigating Alabama student Jimmy Gracey?s death pursue no charges as they await toxicology, autopsy
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:59:28 GMT
    Spanish authorities are not pursuing criminal charges in Jimmy Gracey's death, as a preliminary autopsy points to an accident in Barcelona.

    Air Canada passenger says pilot 'did the best thing he could,' describes deadly impact
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:59:25 GMT
    Passenger Jack Cabot says the Air Canada pilot "did the best thing he could" before the deadly collision with a fire truck on the runway of LaGuardia Airport.

    Maine Senate candidate cites combat trauma when confronted on 'terrible' posts about sexual assault
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:39:07 GMT
    Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner cited trauma from his combat deployments when pressed on old Reddit posts about rape, as Gov. Janet Mills targets him with attack ads.

    Former Biden spox complains easy Trump press access influences 'giddy' reporters
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:38:45 GMT
    Former Biden press secretary Jen Psaki gave drawbacks to reporters' easy access to President Donald Trump during her recent "Pod Save America" appearance.
    Indy Car Racing

    NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas
    Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:15:06 GMT
    Dye used voices that made inferences about Malukas? sexuality, and he mimicked Malukas? voice at one point.

    Kyle Kirkwood wins another IndyCar street race, this one to be first winner in Arlington
    Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:42:18 GMT
    Kirkwood made an aggressive pass below four-time series champion Alex Palou with 15 laps to go and stayed in front the rest of the way.

    Marcus Ericsson scores maiden IndyCar pole in Arlington Grand Prix qualifying
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:57:36 GMT
    It was Ericsson's first pole in his 117th IndyCar start and his first pole in general since the 2013 GP2 feature race at Silverstone.

    Red flag at IndyCar practice after workers spotted on temporary Texas street course
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:54:34 GMT
    The television broadcast showed the trio of workers who appeared to be part of a catering crew.

    Roger Penske's Texas-sized 'playground' in Jerry Jones' neighborhood is IndyCar's new street course
    Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:59:19 GMT
    The Grand Prix of Arlington is the first of three new street races on the IndyCar schedule this season. It is also the start of a multiyear deal in North Texas.

    IndyCar rookie Caio Collet helps Doug Boles mail out 'blue envelopes' containing Indy 500 tickets
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:07:07 GMT
    The blue envelopes were shipped to all 50 U.S. states, including the District of Columbia, as well as 32 other countries around the world.

    Conor Daly joins Dreyer and Reinbold Racing for 110th Indianapolis 500
    Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:55:33 GMT
    The Noblesville native will attempt to make his 13th start in the Indianapolis 500 as he returns to the Indianapolis-based team where he finished top-10 in 2024.

    IndyCar unveils course on the National Mall for Freedom 250 celebrating America?s birthday
    Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:07:01 GMT
    The race weekend is free and open to the public August 22-23, 2026.

    Indy 500 parking and camping sold out: Here are some travel options
    Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:57:58 GMT
    Race Day for the 110th Indy 500 is set to impress, with parking and camping sold out nearly a month earlier than last year. Here are some travel options!

    Josef Newgarden wins at Phoenix and moves atop the IndyCar standings
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:32:14 GMT
    Newgarden's victory continued what could be a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix after Joey Logano won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday.

    David Malukas scores maiden IndyCar pole in Phoenix qualifying; Schumacher qualifies 4th for first oval start
    Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:19:00 GMT
    Team Penske locked out the front row for Saturday's race while Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing drivers occupy the second row.

    The Palou Show | Defending IndyCar champ wins season-opener in St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:27:15 GMT
    The victory was Palou's 20th of his career and also marked his 45th podium finish in 99 starts.

    Mick Schumacher's IndyCar debut ends in crash at Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:51:53 GMT
    Schumacher didn't even get to complete a full lap in Sunday's season-opening IndyCar race on the streets of St. Petersburg.

    McLaughlin earns pole for IndyCar opener in St. Petersburg as Grosjean, rookie teammate Hauger make 'Fast Six'
    Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:16:59 GMT
    McLaughlin, coming off a winless season in 2025, won his second straight pole on the streets of St. Pete after narrowly beating out Marcus Ericsson for the top spot.

    Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling
    Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:14:34 GMT
    McLaren was initially seeking closer to $30 million and said after the ruling it would still pursue legal fees from Palou.

    Indy 500 veteran Simona de Silvestro turns to speed of Olympic bobsleigh
    Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:17:40 GMT
    The 2010 Indy 500 Rookie of the Year is competing in two events at the Milan Cortina Games.

    Romain Grosjean rejoins Dale Coyne Racing, returns to full-time IndyCar competition
    Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:12:52 GMT
    ?Grosjean will drive the No. 18 Honda and be partnered with 2025 Indy NXT champion and IndyCar rookie Dennis Hauger.
    ESPN Sports Headlines

    Sources: JSN gets record extension with Seattle
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    Jaxon Smith-Njigba has reached agreement with the Seahawks on a four-year, $168.6 million extension that makes him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history, sources told ESPN.

    Creighton coach McDermott retiring after season
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:30 EST
    Creighton coach Greg McDermott is retiring after this season, the school announced. His retirement will end a gilded run at Creighton, as he won 365 games in 16 years there.

    Sources: Pats to cut Dobbs, making DeVito QB2
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    The Patriots informed backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs of their intention to release him, sources told ESPN.

    Hurley turned to Izzo for advice on Lakers job
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:30 EST
    Tom Izzo has turned down multiple opportunities to coach in the NBA, including with the Cavaliers and Hawks. When the Lakers were willing to give UConn coach Dan Hurley a six-year, $70 million contract in 2024, Hurley asked Izzo for advice.

    Oklahoma LB Heinecke sues NCAA to play in '26
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking a preliminary injunction for an additional year of eligibility. He is asking for a ruling before next month's NFL draft.

    Former Cincinnati coach Miller lands at Charlotte
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    Charlotte has hired Wes Miller as men's basketball coach following his dismissal at Cincinnati earlier this month.

    Mexican prospect Lopez declares for NBA draft
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    Karim Lopez, who spent two seasons in the Australian NBL, has declared for the NBA draft and is poised to become the first player born in Mexico to be picked in the first round.

    March Madness ratings off to best start since 2011
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    The NCAA tournament is off to its best start since CBS and TNT began showing all of the games in 2011.

    ? 2026 ESPN Fantasy Baseball draft guide
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:31 EST
    All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.

    From Arizona to Texas: Ranking the remaining teams in the men's Sweet 16
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:48 EST
    Six Big Ten teams! Upset-minded Texas! Buzzer-beaters and blowouts! Here's how the Sweet 16 teams stack up.

    Are you ready for Opening Day? Here's your guide to the offseason chaos that rocked MLB
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:43:25 EST
    Kyle Tucker got how much from the Dodgers!? Pete Alonso left the Mets for WHERE!? It's time to get up to speed after a wild winter.

    What has changed for Jack Hughes one month after Olympic golden goal?
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:16:31 EST
    The moment was surreal for the Devils' center and his teammates. The weeks after have been a roller-coaster.

    Women's March Madness live updates: Previews, action from Monday's second round
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:13:09 EST
    How do the teams in Monday's second round match up? We're tracking all eight games as the Sweet 16 is set.

    Does it pay to spend on big contracts? Barnwell on a surprising NFL free agency trend going back to 2013
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:25:44 EST
    Let's look at the largest contracts from 2013 to 2022 to see how often megadeals meet expectations, from Tom Brady to Brock Osweiler.

    Will Daniel Jones return to form? Colts are banking on it
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:05:51 EST
    Indy made a huge investment in Jones recovering from his Achilles injury, and so far, signs are positive.

    Ranking the 10 best and 10 worst NBA transactions since last summer
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:24:54 EST
    Bradley Beal to the Clippers? Jared McCain to the Thunder!? We ranked the best and worst moves since last offseason.

    TGL playoffs: What to watch in the championship matchup
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:18:39 EST
    Who will take home the SoFi Cup in Year 2? It's Los Angeles Golf Club vs. Jupiter Links GC for the championship.

    What returning production looks like for the 2026 college football season
    Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:17:49 EST
    Notre Dame and Texas have a lot coming back, but 2025 showed that might not mean as much.