Microsoft returns to Xbox branding, drops 'Microsoft Gaming'
gamingMicrosoft returns to Xbox branding, drops 'Microsoft Gaming'
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced Microsoft Gaming will be rebranded back to Xbox; campus signage and org changes followed.
World Press Photo 2026, 'Separated by ICE' wins Photo of the Year
photographyWorld Press Photo 2026, 'Separated by ICE' wins Photo of the Year
Carol Guzy's image of children clinging to their detained father wins World Press Photo of the Year 2026.
Xbox memo 'We Are Xbox', leadership says exclusivity will be reevaluated
gamingXbox memo 'We Are Xbox', leadership says exclusivity will be reevaluated
CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty outline a 'return of Xbox' and say they'll rethink exclusives and release windows.
Michael Tilson Thomas dies at 81
musicMichael Tilson Thomas dies at 81
Renowned conductor, composer and longtime San Francisco Symphony director has died at 81 after a years-long battle with brain cancer.
Photos show Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini kissing in NYC bar
journalismPhotos show Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini kissing in NYC bar
Page Six publishes new photos from 2020 showing Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini together.
Alabama trial over protester in inflatable penis costume ends quickly
newsAlabama trial over protester in inflatable penis costume ends quickly
Judge questioned public‑safety claims and effectively dismissed the city's case after a brief trial.
theintercept.comBrandon Marsh goes 4-for-4 with homer as Phillies beat Tigers
sportsBrandon Marsh goes 4-for-4 with homer as Phillies beat Tigers
Marsh finished 4-for-4 with a home run and four RBIs in Philadelphia's 6-2 win over Detroit.
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Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount Skydance takeover
moviesWarner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount Skydance takeover
Shareholders cleared the sale to Paramount‑Skydance, but the megamerger still faces antitrust review.
Beyond The Gates, Grayson stabbed in hospital basement stairs
tvBeyond The Gates, Grayson stabbed in hospital basement stairs
This week's episode depicts Lia’s right‑hand man stabbing Grayson on the hospital stairs; Jacob is also beaten.
Tork Bomb walk-off gives Tigers 5-4 victory
sportsTork Bomb walk-off gives Tigers 5-4 victory
A walk-off hit nicknamed the 'Tork Bomb' sealed a 5-4 win for Detroit.
Meta to cut 10 percent of workforce in AI push
techMeta to cut 10 percent of workforce in AI push
Company will lay off about 8,000 employees and close roughly 6,000 open roles as it refocuses on AI.
AOC scoffs at GOP over Virginia redistricting: 'Wah, wah, wah'
cultureAOC scoffs at GOP over Virginia redistricting: 'Wah, wah, wah'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez dismisses Republican complaints about Virginia redistricting with 'Wah, wah, wah'.
Peabody Awards winners announced, including Pluribus and Heated Rivalry
journalismPeabody Awards winners announced, including Pluribus and Heated Rivalry
This year's Peabody winners include 'Pluribus', 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', 'The Pitt' and Canada's 'Heated Rivalry'.
Kuwaiti court acquits journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin
journalismKuwaiti court acquits journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin
US‑Kuwaiti journalist acquitted and expected to be released after 52 days detained over social media posts about the Iran war.
William Shakespeare, birthday tributes and reading guides
writersWilliam Shakespeare, birthday tributes and reading guides
April 23 marks the Bard's traditional birth/death anniversary; readers share lists, essays and discounted editions.
Titanium Court launches today, blending match‑three and roguelite play
gamingTitanium Court launches today, blending match‑three and roguelite play
Indie title Titanium Court is released, combining match‑three mechanics with tower defense and roguelite elements.
International New York Film Festival highlights 2026 lineup
moviesInternational New York Film Festival highlights 2026 lineup
Festival director Diana Lenska previews the 2026 International New York Film Festival in a WRFA interview.
Mike Vrabel to seek counseling, will miss NFL Draft Day 3
sportsMike Vrabel to seek counseling, will miss NFL Draft Day 3
Patriots coach will be absent for Day 3 of the draft to seek counseling after recent photos and media scrutiny, per ESPN.
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Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Kyiv
culturePrince Harry makes surprise visit to Kyiv
Arrived by overnight train to attend the Kyiv Security Forum and urged the world not to 'look away' from Russia's war.
Pentagon removes 15 wounded troops from Iran casualty list
newsPentagon removes 15 wounded troops from Iran casualty list
Report says the Defense Department altered its tally, scrubbing 15 wounded‑in‑action service members from the list.
theintercept.comID@Xbox showcase teases indie Day‑One Game Pass releases
At the ID@Xbox Showcase Microsoft revealed that Deep Dish Dungeon will launch day one on Xbox Game Pass and Steam and premiered a new trailer. Developer Cococucumber confirmed cyberpunk turn-based RPG Echo Generation 2 will release for Xbox Series and PC on May 27 via Steam and the Microsoft Store. Physics-based cooperative forklift game Crashout Crew will launch May 28 for Xbox Series and PC and will be available on Game Pass, developer Aggro Crab said. Squad-focused looter Starseeker opened April 30 beta sign-ups and is slated for Steam, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass, giving Game Pass multiple indie day-one additions and late-May release windows to watch.
