Microsoft’s Xbox division [just reported](https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/24/23930627/microsoft-q1-2024-earnings-revenue-profits-windows-xbox-gaming-surface) $3.9 billion in revenue, its largest Q1 for its gaming arm…ever. And Bethesda’s Starfield deserves a lot of the credit. The figure is such a surprise because it comes in the wake of an actual 7% decline in revenue for hardware, actual Xboxes, but that’s offset by a 13% increase
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Metal Gear Solid is one of the most storied franchises in gaming, but it’s now held captive by Konami, a company that’s a shell of its former self, with the brain behind MGS, Hideo Kojima, long departed and working on other projects. So in theory, while something like a Metal Gear Solid Master Collection should
Believe me, I was a big a skeptic as anyone when it came to both A) the Diablo seasonal model as a whole, starting a fully new character every time and B) how it actually went in practice, given Diablo 4 season 1 which I did not particularly enjoy, and only played for about a
Updated Oct 25, 2023, 01:09am EDT Topline House Republicans picked Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) as the party’s fourth nominee for House speaker on Tuesday, replacing Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) who was forced to pull out of the race after being attacked by former President Donald Trump and other hard-right Republicans. Key Facts The Louisana lawmaker
Topline Former President Donald Trump encouraged Republicans to cast their ballots for the latest GOP House speaker nominee, Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.), giving Johnson a significant boost as he heads into Wednesday’s election with what appears to be a strong coalition of support compared to the three previous nominees. Key Facts Johnson won the speaker
Today’s best fitness trackers do a lot more than count steps. Many of these wearables monitor your sleep quality, keep tabs on your heart health and track your post-workout recovery—all of which can help you reach your health and wellness goals. Our overall favorite is the Fitbit Charge 5 because it covers so many bases
The best rowing machines offer a highly efficient full-body workout without subjecting your joints to excessive strain. Originally a staple in dryland training for crew teams, rowing machines have since become a fitness tool for personal trainers, fitness enthusiasts and CrossFit enthusiasts alike. Their appeal is evident; these machines are generally quieter than treadmills and
The top emerging housing markets this fall share a common feature—they offer affordably priced homes. Topeka, Kan., tops the list with a median home list price of $250,000, making it an attractive market for budget-conscious buyers. Nearly all of the top 20 emerging markets this fall offer lower home prices or serve as cheaper alternatives
California has lost over 1,760 square miles—nearly 7%—of its tree cover since 1985, according to a recent study...
A quarter of the drop in homeownership across the Atlanta metro area from 2007 to 2016 can be explained by homebuying from corporate investors...