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ASUS ROG Kithara review ? an audiophile headset with secondary gaming features
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:35:43 +0000
ASUS ROG Kithara is a high-end open-back gaming headset with excellent sound, but it is expensive and short on features for a wired-only setup.

RTX 5000 GPUs are running dry ? yet with this huge laptop deal you can get an RTX 5070 Ti to enjoy your games at their best
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:11:12 +0000
Best Buy has a special 20% discount for the ASUS ROG Strix G16, an incredible AMD laptop for gaming that's now become one of the cheapest ways to get your hands on an RTX 5070 Ti laptop.

You can now chat with Microsoft Copilot while setting up your Windows 11 PC for the first time
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:43:20 +0000
A new demo experience lets users try Copilot for the first time before ever hitting the desktop, during the out of box setup experience on Windows 11.

ARC Raiders dev is making 2 new games fueled by the "financial security" of the extraction shooter's success ? "We can live for a long time on the money"
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 22:07:31 +0000
After the colossal success of ARC Raiders, dev Embark Studios has "long-term security," and has two new games in the works that "we hope to finish someday."

Microsoft plans to "expand" Xbox Game Pass, and merge PC Game Pass with another tier ? more third-party service bundles may be on the way, too
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:41:17 +0000
Microsoft and Xbox are reportedly looking to overhaul Xbox Game Pass by merging PC Game Pass with another tier and offering more third-party benefits.

Larian director has a "crash out on main" over HBO's Baldur's Gate 3 TV show, but CEO Swen Vincke is more optimistic ? "the conversation we had ... gives me hope"
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:57:45 +0000
The news that Baldur's Gate 3 is getting an HBO TV show was a huge shock to everyone, and even Larian devs have mixed feelings about it.

Windows 11 is finally killing off legacy printer drivers in 2026 ? and it?s going to shake up a lot of older hardware
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:16:40 +0000
Microsoft is finally discontinuing legacy V3 and V4 printer driver support, starting with the non-security update KB5074105 released in January, changes that will roll out broadly in February 2026. This change could affect some printers from working correctly.

"We recommend using search engines other than Bing" ? 1.5 million Neocities sites are blocked by Microsoft's search engine, and AI support bots aren't helping
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:07 +0000
Neocities is home to almost 1.5 million human-made websites, keeping the GeoCities dream alive. Bing search would rather promote dangerous clone sites, and the Neocities founder isn't having any luck with AI-powered support.

Windows 11 locked me out of Notepad via Microsoft Account bugs ? is the 'Thin Client' era ruining my 27 blissful years of PCs?
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000
I recently lost the ability to open Notepad and other apps on my Windows 11 PC when Microsoft's servers suffered authentication issues. Has it gone too far?

Call of Duty: Warzone added a new easter egg to snowy Rebirth Island ? here's how to get the secret weapon blueprint
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:23:50 +0000
Rebirth Island in Warzone has been given a much needed overhaul, and it's more than just a bit of snow. With the rework comes a new easter egg, and here's how you solve it.

Windows 11 moves toward multi-device Bluetooth streaming ? but your PC probably isn't invited
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:01:20 +0000
Windows 11's new Shared audio feature lets you stream to two devices at once, but strict hardware requirements mean many PCs are still left behind.

Sony Exceeds $2 Billion in Revenue from Multi-Platform Game Releases on Xbox and PC
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:53:21 +0000
Will PlayStation continue to print money from multiplatform releases? All signs point to yes so far.

Microsoft Teams is finally ditching the clutter with a simple fix ? streamlining meetings with better collaboration
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:35:58 +0000
Microsoft Teams will soon introduce a toolbar hiding option, enhancing video calls by providing more screen space and reducing clutter for smoother collaboration.

The studio behind one of Xbox's best new games plans to return to its iconic franchise, and just opened a second office ? "we're not done with it"
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:45:52 +0000
MachineGames' studio director Jerk Gustafsson has promised that it will return to the Wolfenstein franchise, though it may be "later" instead of "now."

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone devs on making one of the biggest live-service games in the world ? "Some teams see launch as the finish line. For us, it?s the starting gun"
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:51:42 +0000
As Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone starts Season 2, its devs joined us to talk how they're handling the challenges of live-service game development.


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    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

    Winners and losers from NASCAR's Clash at the Madhouse
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:06:26 +0000
    NASCAR is back, and the season got its unofficial start with the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. The event was delayed several days due to historic snowfall, and ended up racing through rain and sleet as Mother Nature continued to throw curveballs at NASCAR.
    But in the end, we saw something that's only ever happened twice before -- a driver won the Clash before actually winning a ...Keep reading

    Spotter Brandon Wilkinson gets first NASCAR Cup win at Clash
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:49:15 +0000
    Just over a year ago, Brandon Wilkinson was still spotting Super Late Models full-time across the Southeast.
    Now, and while it doesn?t officially count, he is a first-time Cup Series spotter alongside his driver Ryan Preece and crew chief Derrick Finley after dominating the second half of the Cookout Clash on Wednesday night.
    It doesn?t count because the Cookout Clash is a preseason ...Keep reading

    The Ryan Preece Show is back on its brightest stage
    Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:00:03 +0000
    For the first time ever, the NASCAR Cup Series got to experience a full episode of The Ryan Preece Show because Wednesday night in the Cookout Clash was exactly that.
    It was also the unedited, unfiltered ?fuck yeah? version of the show, too.
    This was Preece Lightning, the 2013 Whelen Modified Tour champion, and a racer who was the man to beat every time he unloaded across the eastern ...Keep reading


    Fox News Headlines

    Jasmine Crockett says some Republicans would 'absolutely' vote for her in a general election
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:12:54 GMT
    During a Friday appearance on MS NOW?s ?The Weeknight," Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, said some Republicans would "absolutely" vote for her in a general election.

    This Senate Democrat wants voter ID for his campaign events ? but not federal elections
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:12:43 GMT
    Senator Jon Ossoff required government-issued photo ID for an Atlanta campaign rally on Saturday even as he's voiced opposition to similar voter ID requirements, drawing criticism from Rep. Mike Collins.

    From a $180 burger to $40 crab nachos, 6 of the top Super Bowl eats and drinks
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:09:15 GMT
    Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium features elevated Bay Area cuisine including $180 burgers, Dungeness crab nachos, and Chinatown-inspired cocktails.

    Team USA women?s hockey powers past Finland at Milan Cortina Games, ties Olympic record
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:08:16 GMT
    Team USA improves to 2-0 and extends Olympic winning streak against Finland with a 5-0 victory. Megan Keller recorded a goal and two assists the at Milan Cortina Games.

    Supermodel Paulina Porizkova reveals dark side of fashion industry that preyed on her at 15
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:52:16 GMT
    Sports Illustrated legend Paulina Porizkova speaks out about alleged modeling industry abuse, sharing how she learned to recognize workplace sexual harassment.

    Bad Bunny walks back comment that fans should learn Spanish ahead of Super Bowl halftime performance
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:52:04 GMT
    Bad Bunny addressed earlier comments about his Super Bowl performance, explaining fans didn?t need to learn Spanish, despite his encouragement to do so in October.

    49ers' Christian McCaffrey, Brock Purdy talk up division rival Seahawks before Super Bowl: 'Hell of a team'
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:39:11 GMT
    San Francisco 49ers stars Christian McCaffrey and Brock Purdy credited the Seattle Seahawks? dominance after falling to them twice, with Seattle now set to face the New England Patriots.

    3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold dead at 47
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:34:09 GMT
    3 doors down lead singer Brad Arnold dies at 47 after a battle with cancer. The founding member passed away peacefully, leaving behind hits like "Kryptonite."

    Virginia Democrat gives profanity-laced response to Cruz's criticism of the state's redistricting push
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:21:47 GMT
    A Virginia Democrat hit back at Sen. Ted Cruz after he said that the state's redistricting push was a "brazen abuse of power [and] an insult to democracy."

    41-minute timeline in Nancy Guthrie case raises red flags from ex-homicide detective
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:12:18 GMT
    Former homicide detective flags suspicious 41-minute timeline in disappearance of Arizona woman Nancy Guthrie as doorbell camera activity raises questions.

    Kick Iran out of Olympics, World Cup for execution of over 30 athletes, activists demand
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:05:51 GMT
    Critics urge sports organizations to ban Iran after regime allegedly executed thousands of anti-government protesters, including young wrestlers.

    Green Day frontman tells ICE agents to 'quit that s----y job' at Super Bowl party performance
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:54:38 GMT
    Green Day ignited debate at a Super Bowl pre-party by telling ICE agents to quit their ?s---ty-a--" jobs and by sharply criticizing immigration policy under the Trump administration.

    Three-time World Series champion Terrance Gore dead at 34
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:45:16 GMT
    Terrance Gore, the base-running specialist who had more World Series rings than career RBI, died at 34, the Kansas City Royals announced Saturday.

    Team USA freestyle skiers spark Olympic outrage over remarks about representing US: 'Anti-American rhetoric'
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:45:12 GMT
    Team USA freestyle skiers face social media backlash after expressing "heartbroken" feelings about representing America amid Trump's immigration enforcement.

    Two teens arrested after 15-year-old shot near Washington DC's Union Station
    Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:45:07 GMT
    Two teenagers have been arrested after a 15-year-old was shot and injured near the U.S. Capitol complex by Union Station on Friday.


    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

    Sources: Falcons to cut Cousins before key date
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    Falcons QB Kirk Cousins is expected to be released before the start of the new league year in March, sources told ESPN.

    Family affair: Jets hire Seth Ryan, source says
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:26 EST
    Seth Ryan was hired Saturday as the Jets' new passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN.

    Syracuse's Autry: My call to bench Anthony in loss
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:26 EST
    Syracuse coach Adrian Autry said it was his call to bench Kiyan Anthony, who isn't injured and was available to play, for his team's entire 72-59 loss at No. 18 Virginia on Saturday.

    Knight ties U.S. Olympic goal mark in rout of Finns
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    Hilary Knight scored to tie the U.S. Olympic women's hockey career goal record, and the Americans wore down a Finland opponent that spent much of the week dealing with a stomach virus in a 5-0 win at the Milan Cortina Games on Saturday.

    Shooting Stars contest sees NBA All-Star return
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    After an 11-year hiatus, the NBA is bringing back the Shooting Stars competition. The All-Star Saturday night contest will feature four teams made up of two current NBA players and one retired player.

    Von Allmen wins downhill, 1st gold of Milan Cortina
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    Swiss racer Franjo von Allmen captured the Olympic downhill Saturday to win the first gold medal at the Milan Cortina Games.

    Ex-MLB player Puig found guilty in gambling probe
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    A jury has found ex-major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Friday.

    Speedskater Lollobrigida wins host Italy's 1st gold
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    Speedskater Francesca Lollobrigida won host Italy's first gold medal of the Milan Cortina Games on Saturday, taking the women's 3,000 meters in an Olympics-record time.

    ? Latest NFL buzz from Super Bowl week
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:06:25 EST
    Here's what we heard this week in San Francisco on the Super Bowl teams, upcoming free agency, coaching moves and one intriguing trade candidate.

    2026 Milan Cortina Olympics: USA women's hockey rolls past Finland and more
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 13:24:32 EST
    The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics are underway. Here are the top moments from Saturday, which includes men's downhill skiing, women's hockey and more.

    'Still a chance': Lindsey Vonn is ready for the 2026 Olympics
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 12:17:40 EST
    Vonn's Olympic comeback isn't about winning. It's about showing up at the start gate Sunday.

    Patriots vs. Seahawks: A look at key Super Bowl intel via NFL Next Gen Stats
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 10:19:33 EST
    Ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl, here's a deeper look into the matchup between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

    One-stop cheat sheet: Everything you need to know about Seahawks-Patriots
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 10:20:04 EST
    We have picks, bold predictions, X factors, key matchups, betting notes and more for Seahawks and Patriots.

    Bracketology watch guide: Expect a lot of bracket movement this weekend
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:18:52 EST
    Duke and North Carolina renew their rivalry (6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN), and a busy weekend has the chance to tighten the race for the top seeds in men's hoops.

    Bracketology: Saint Louis could be a real threat come March
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:18:52 EST
    The Billikens are an analytical unicorn -- and shaping up to be the Atlantic 10's next generational team.

    Mike Vrabel's postgame ritual ignited Patriots' Super Bowl run
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 08:55:35 EST
    High-fives, headlocks and full sprints: This is how the former All-Pro linebacker molded the franchise in his image.

    The team that Vrabel built: ?How the Patriots found success so fast
    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 08:55:44 EST
    There were five key points over the past year that set New England on track to play in the Super Bowl.

    Swami Sez: Chris Berman picks the winner of Super Bowl LX
    Fri, 6 Feb 2026 12:45:11 EST
    Boomer has correctly picked the winner in five of the past seven years. Which preseason long shot is he picking Sunday?