BBC News
BBC may not be in 'safe hands' under its chair, says committee head
The most senior MP on the culture select committee says Samir Shah's evidence to MPs was "wishy-washy".
BBC chairman survives MPs' questions – but crisis at corporation is not over
BBC chairman Samir Shah appears to strengthen his position during questioning by MPs, our media editor says.
Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually
The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain.
Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
Family reunited after a decade – now a Trump clampdown could tear them apart
Marven's mother and sister could be sent back to gang-ravaged Haiti as a US protection scheme ends.
How X's new location feature exposed big US politics accounts
Dozens of pro-Trump accounts are being accused of misleading followers after the social media site began showing user locations.
Farage says he's 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school racism claims
The Reform UK leader was responding to reports he made racist remarks to his peers in school in the 1970s.
'Gang in balaclavas targeted our combine harvester': Farmers welcome rural crime crackdown
Police launch a new nationwide strategy to crack down on organised crime gangs in the countryside.
Controversial US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ends aid operations
Hundreds of Palestinians were killed while seeking food amid chaotic scenes near GHF's sites.
JFK's granddaughter raises awareness of rare leukaemia with poignant essay
Doctors say Tatiana Schlossberg's struggle - even with the best care as a member of a prominent family - emphasises the need for more research.
Two climbers die after fall on New Zealand's highest peak
Hikes to the summit of Mount Cook are known to be challenging even for experienced climbers.
The Papers: Labour MPs urged to 'unite for Budget' and '1,000 abuse victims safer'
Speculation about what will be in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget eve generate many of the headlines.
Five key moments after MPs question top BBC figures
BBC chairman Samir Shah, alongside board members and former advisers, appears before MPs after the resignation of Tim Davie.
Ros Atkins on… MPs examining the BBC memo
After the resignations of Director General and CEO of News, The Culture, Media and Sport committee invited a number of senior BBC figures to be quizzed on what has happened.
'We earn £60,000 and want stamp duty scrapped'
BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they want to see in the Budget.
What happens next for Marjorie Taylor Greene after exit from Congress?
The former Trump ally has decided to end her time in Congress early after a public fallout with the president.
Zelensky welcomes amendments to proposed peace plan
There was optimism following the talks in Geneva, but no details emerged on how to bridge the huge divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territory and security guarantees.
Police officer unable to dress after hammer attack by Palestine Action activist, jury told
The officer could not drive, shower or dress herself after being struck with a sledgehammer.
Trump says he will visit China in April after call with Xi
The two leaders discussed trade, Ukraine and Taiwan in their first phone call since meeting in South Korea last month.
Judge dismisses cases against ex-FBI boss James Comey and NY attorney general Letitia James
President Donald Trump has repeatedly called for the prosecution of Comey and James, declaring them "guilty as hell".
Court seals records in investigation of teen's body found in singer D4vd's Tesla
The medical examiner's office says no details about the 15-year-old's death can be released or posted on its website.
Trump moves to designate some Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist groups
The executive order calls for a report into whether to label the group a terrorist organisation.
'Premium' cars like BMW and Mercedes cut from Motability scheme
Motability says it will provide vehicles that meet disabled peoples' needs and are safe and affordable.
Jury trials could be scrapped in England and Wales except for most serious cases
Only cases of alleged murder, rape or manslaughter will be decided by a jury under new proposals to cut court backlogs.
Man arrested over fly-tipped mountain of waste
A 39-year-old man is arrested after the huge pile of rubbish was found in Oxfordshire.
Ukraine calls for Trump-Zelensky meeting in US this week
It comes as US and Russian officials are set to hold talks in Abu Dhabi.
Adolescence lasts into 30s - new study shows four pivotal ages for your brain
Brain scans on thousands of people reveal the dramatic shifts the brain goes through between birth and death.
'I didn't start it, Miss': Starmer sorry for leading pupils in 6-7 dance banned by school
The prime minister performed a version of the viral dance with primary school children, before being told it was not allowed.
Graham Linehan cleared of harassing trans activist but guilty of damaging phone
Comedy writer Graham Linehan "deliberately whacked" a teenage trans woman's phone out of her hand, a court heard.
How to make sure you're getting a good deal on Black Friday
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.
Watch: Popemobile becomes a mobile health clinic for Gaza children
The vehicle had transported the late Pope Francis on a visit to Bethlehem in 2014.
Same-sex marriage must be respected throughout EU, top court tells Poland
The ruling covers the case of a Polish couple who married in Berlin but Polish authorities refused to recognise their marriage.
Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people
The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.
How the government's sugar tax will work
Milkshakes and lattes to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time.
Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
'Don't wait for permission' - Bafta Breakthrough star Ellis Howard's advice to young artists
The What it Feels Like For a Girl star says his career changed when he posted Instagram videos.
Our dog's bark saved my husband's life after his cardiac arrest
A four-year-old golden retriever from County Fermanagh is being honoured as a "CPR hero" in London.
Too many female abuse victims are locked up, says minister as BBC visits women's prison
As the government seeks to reduce the prison population, the BBC visits HMP Send to meet inmates.
Family reunited after a decade – now a Trump clampdown could tear them apart
Marven's mother and sister could be sent back to gang-ravaged Haiti as a US protection scheme ends.
Rivals and Ludwig scoop International Emmys as UK shows win big
Rivals, based on the Jilly Cooper novel, won best drama while Ludwig won the best comedy award.
Man jailed for murdering teen yards from his home
Eddie Kinuthia, 19, died after being stabbed "multiple times" near his home in Bristol.
High Court refuses garden radar scan for McKay remains
Judge accuses McKay family of "egregious conduct" after a homeowner cited "borderline harassment".
Four new arrests made following Louvre jewellery heist
Two men and two women from Paris are the latest to be questioned as part of the ongoing investigation.
Red Cross receives coffin said to contain Gaza hostage's body
The remains will be transferred to Israeli forces, who will take them to Israel's forensic medicine institute for identification.
Better than the John Lewis ad? Schoolboys melt hearts with Last Christmas doorbell video
The boys from Denny said they left the message on the doorbell "to get you in the Christmas spirit".
Bournemouth Echo
Bournemouth's Wessex Way was fought tooth and nail by the people of Springbourne
Fifty years ago, this stretch of tarmac was the frontline of a bitter civic war — a struggle between modernisation and the local community.
3,000 gathered to watch huge concert on screen in Meyrick Park?
While billions watched worldwide , 3,000 people gathered in Bournemouth’s Meyrick Park
Centre says it is unaware of any probe after councillor alleges mismanagement
A COMMUNITY centre has said it has not been informed of any investigation after a ward councillor said it is being mismanaged.
Community shows support for three year old diagnosed with leukaemia
COMMUNITY of Hamworthy has rallied together to support a three-year-old girl who was recently diagnosed with leukaemia, raising nearly £8,000 for charities helping children with cancer.
Tributes paid to 'loved' dad found unresponsive in public toilets
Tributes have been paid to a loved father and who was found unresponsive in a block of public toilets.
Ferndown firm named and shamed for not paying more than £40,000 in tax
DORSET property management company has been named on the latest list published by HMRC about ‘deliberate tax defaulters.’
Fox hunting branded ‘barbaric’ as Dorset ranked second highest county for cub hunts
An MP has described fox hunting as 'cruel' and 'barbaric', as new figures reveal Dorset is the second highest county for the hunting of cubs.
Hunt launched for wanted man: 'Dial 999 immediately'
A man wanted in connection with alleged driving offences is still missing.
Hotel recognised among the finest in the country
The Priory Wareham Hotel, one of Dorset’s most distinguished riverside retreats, has been recognised among the finest hotels in the country after securing the accolades at this year's Good Hotel Guide Awards.
Urgent appeal to keep £3.5 million artwork in Dorset
AN urgent fundraiser has been launched to keep an 'exceptionally rare' piece of artwork in Dorset
British Transport Police didn't attend report of rail trespassers night teenager died
An inquest has heard that British Transport Police never responded to a report of trespassers on the railway the night a teenager tragically died
'Life is already sour enough': Residents react to sugar tax
A TOWN centre cafe owner fears that the new levy on milkshakes and pre-packaged coffees will ‘close businesses down’ as customers say price hike is ‘controlling’.
Wanted man appears to take to Facebook as police continue hunt
A man wanted in connection with an assault has been praised on social media in a series of exchanges on Facebook
When is the budget statement 2025 and what happens?
Chancellor to deliver 2025 UK budget statement on 26 November in the Commons, outlining economic plans, tax changes, and OBR fiscal outlook.
Uber Eats and Deliveroo confident in age checking framework after teen's fatal crash
UBER Eats and Deliveroo say they are confident in their framework of age checking its drivers after a 17-year-old motorcyclist died in a crash.
Disruption expected as busy road shuts in both directions for resurfacing
BUS passengers are being warned of further disruption as a section of road is set to close in both directions for nearly two weeks.
What is HMRC Inheritance Tax and why do so few people have to pay it?
Inheritance tax is one of the more controversial elements in many budgets - here the experts look at what's likely to change, and the simplest ways to avoid paying it altogether
What's Salary Sacrifice and how does it work for pension and work perks?
Rachel Reeves may try to fill the budget 2025 black hole by cutting back on salary sacrifice schemes, a tax perk enjoyed by many workers and their companies.
What is the two-child benefit cap and why has it been so controversial?
The DWP two-child benefit cap prevents parents from claiming universal credit or tax credit for their third or any subsequent child.
Woman denies biting neighbour’s nose after alleged dispute
A WOMAN has denied biting her neighbour’s nose and causing actual bodily harm, a court heard.
£80,000 funding to help residents struggling with cost of living
A total of £80,000 in grants will be divided between 23 local groups to help residents struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.
High street store to close weeks before Christmas
A bargain store has announced it will be closing its doors weeks before Christmas.
Fans will ‘lose their minds’ over Stranger Things finale, says star from Bournemouth
Actress Millie Bobby Brown has said fans will “lose their damn minds” over the fifth and final series of Stranger Things.
Baiter sluice channel repair delayed amid 'ongoing challenges'
A bridge and waterfront at Poole Park remains closed until mid-December due to challenges in ongoing repair works.
Motorcyclist sustains injuries after rush-hour crash
A motorcyclist has sustained injuries after she was involved in a crash in Wimborne.
What is Disability Burnout? How you can cope with it
When my body says ‘hey I’m reaching my limit now’, my brain overrules and that is when it all comes crashing down
New Forest gardens with 'something for everyone' among England's best for 2025
Exbury Gardens in the New Forest has won a VisitEngland Accolade for 2025 in the 'Gold' category for the South East
UK government set to introduce new ‘no permission, no travel’ rule from 2026
The government reveals visitors travelling to the UK from 85 nationalities will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter from February 2026
Holiday park wants to extend bar and restaurant
More than 50 planning applications were submitted to BCP Council in the last week, here is a round up of some of the applications.
DVSA make big change to 'vital' manoeuvre on driving tests in the UK
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has rolled out key changes to driving tests across the UK that came into force from today.
McDonald's to axe 9 'delicious' menu items in the coming days - see full list
McDonald's is set to axe nine items from its menu in UK and Ireland stores on Tuesday (November 25), to make way for its festive menu.
How to cut your petrol costs as budget fuel duty increase could put 5p on a litre
Fuel Duty could be increased by 5p per litre in the budget, alongside 3p pay-per-mile for EVs and the return of the fuel price escalator.
Martin Lewis 'delighted' as high street giants give customers proper return rights
Martin Lewis is celebrating after 28 of the UK's biggest brands confirmed they would be giving customers their consumer rights to return items bought online - to the point where he has withdrawn his complaint to Trading Standards.
Warning to Tesco shoppers as supermarket giant says 'we're sorry'
Tesco has apologised to shoppers after a “do not eat” warning and recall alert was issued by the supermarket giant
Theatre group announces its most ambitious production to date
Involving a large cast, the production is expected to be the theatre group's most expansive to date.
Drivers facing long delays following incidents on the roads
Reports of queuing traffic on the A338 northbound heading towards the A31 at the Ashley Heath Interchange.
Poole-based food factory celebrates 100 years in business
A COMPANY known for its range of baked products is marking 100 years since it began by launching a new snack.
Pupils at New Forest school interview top climate change expert
The Ballard School pupils interview marine scientist Professor Matt Frost at the COP30 Virtual Ocean Pavilion 2025, discussing the environmental impact of COP events, single-use plastics, whale-friendly cruise routes, and carbon capture and storage beneath the seabed.
Hospital charity group celebrates 90 years of service
Most recently, the group bought the one-acre site of the former Wimborne Town FC ground next to the hospital.
New housing development wins coveted national award
"Driving excellent safety standards is a central and essential part of house construction and takes constant vigilance, hard work and attention to detail."
Grand mansion to be transformed into 'magical' Christmas ball
Experience a magical Christmas at Kingston Lacy mansion with festive lights, woodland theme, Santa visits, family activities, and National Trust events.
Rare Royal Doulton vase could sell for £1,000 at auction
A rare Royal Doulton vase by Charles Noke, found in Bournemouth, could fetch up to £1,000 at Charterhouse’s Design & Decorative Art auction.
Aldi Christmas and new year 2025 opening hours in Dorset
Aldi announces Christmas and New Year 2025 opening times for Dorset stores. Find festive hours and award wins at the UK's cheapest supermarket for the past four years, according to Which?
Trust seeking new volunteers to help with 'special places'
The South West Lakes Trust seeks volunteer trustees to help protect landscapes and wildlife across the South West. Apply now to shape regional conservation.
Council asks for foster carers to help hundreds of children
Dorset Council launches "Give the Greatest Gift" campaign to urgently recruit foster carers. Find out how you can help children in Dorset find loving homes.
Museum to celebrate the history of the Christmas pudding
The mayor of Wimborne and Father Christmas will lead the children through the museum to the Christmas grotto in the Garden Room.
Care home to recreate 'golden era' at Christmas party
Ferndown Manor care home hosts a 1950s-themed Christmas party on 8 December, with vintage music, carols, and festive treats for the community.
University receives over £2m funding to tackle skills shortage
Health Sciences University secures £2,136,638 Office for Students funding to boost healthcare training facilities and tackle skills shortages in Dorset.
Christmas menu with a twist introduced at Wimborne café chain
BEAR café launches festive Christmas menu in Wimborne and at all its locations, featuring small plates, Big Cheese Fondue, and seasonal drinks.
'It was a phenomenal experience': Team trek 100km across Sahara
Five women from Dorset trekked 100km across the Sahara Desert to raise money for CoppaFeel breast cancer charity.
Tradesman 'still in shock' after winning £45k prize
Gillingham tradesman Amir Nabil wins £45,000 van, £8,000 tools, road tax and insurance as part of the TradeFest campaign, beating 500,000 entrants.
Solicitor named president of Bournemouth and district law society
Daisy Kershaw of Ellis Jones Solicitors has been appointed president of the Bournemouth and District Junior Lawyers Division for 2025/26.
Major housing firm launches 'future leaders' programme
Bellway launches CMI-accredited leadership scheme to boost diversity and career opportunities in UK housebuilding. Thirty join "Good Foundations Built with Us".
Ex-firefighter to release two books before Christmas
Local author and ex-firefighter Bob Bunyar is set to release two new books, "Broken Wings Part 2" and "Military Branch Line and Sidings."
200 ballet dancers celebrate charity's 50 year anniversary with special performance
More than 200 children will take to the stage for a special anniversary ballet performance.
Formula 1
Alpine drivers lament ‘very long afternoon’ in Las Vegas
Alpine had high hopes of picking up a point or two in Las Vegas, such was the pace Pierre Gasly had shown throughout the weekend at a track he tends to go well at. But despite starting in the top 10, the Frenchman’s chances of scoring were over as soon as the race began, due to contact in the opening corner.
Alonso concedes ‘no surprises’ at Aston Martin pace in Las Vegas
Fernando Alonso reflected that Aston Martin’s difficult weekend in Las Vegas was ‘no surprise’ after a “lonely” race.
Haas bag double points despite ‘too many mistakes’ from Bearman
Haas had a very up and down race in Las Vegas, with Ollie Bearman’s incredible start raising hopes of another strong score for the youngster. But then Esteban Ocon took up the charge, and the team seemingly fell just short of the top 10 – until McLaren’s disqualification was announced.
‘We can’t keep on like this’ says Tsunoda after Las Vegas
Yuki Tsunoda was left frustrated after another disappointing result in the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with the Red Bull driver conceding “we can’t keep on like this”.
Who impressed our judges at the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen took a crucial win in the Las Vegas Grand Prix, and with both McLaren drivers disqualified, slashed Lando Norris' championship lead to just 24 points. The Dutchman topped the top 10 of our Power Rankings list, but who else impressed last weekend? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
How teams navigated the unique Las Vegas conditions
Can Norris still win the title in Qatar after his Vegas DSQ?
Lando Norris’ championship charge was dealt a blow in the wake of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, when news broke that both his and McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri’s cars had been disqualified from the race for a technical infringement.
Pirelli confirm 2026 tyre compounds for new era of F1
Italian tyre manufacturer Pirelli have confirmed which tyres they are going to supply to the 11 F1 teams in the grid next season, as the sport gets set to move into a new era of racing.
Listen to our Las Vegas GP review
The 2025 World Championship took another huge twist in Las Vegas, with Max Verstappen winning and both McLaren drivers being disqualified from the race after their cars were found not to comply with technical regulations.
Hadjar on his mixed feelings despite ‘perfect’ Vegas weekend
Racing Bulls left Las Vegas with more points in the bag courtesy of Isask Hadjer, who finished sixth after another strong drive for the team. But Liam Lawson did not manage to score, after making contact with Oscar Piastri at the start and being forced to pit with front wing damage.
MS Dynamics
Microsoft Ignite 2025: Powering Frontier Firms with agentic business applications
Accelerate transformation with the Microsoft Sales Development Agent and MCP Servers.
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Evolving the Dynamics 365 ERP Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server
Microsoft is extending that foundation with two major advancements:
The Dynamics 365 ERP MCP server is evolving from static to dynamic. This unlocks hundreds of thousands of ERP functions for secure, real-time use by agents, developers, and applications. The new dynamic server is now in public preview.
A new Dynamics 365 ERP MCP server for analytics is being introduced. It applies the same model-context principles to business intelligence and insights, with public preview of the server coming this December.
Together, these capabilities advance how ERP systems, data, and AI agents connect: simplifying extensibility, supporting accelerated development, and enabling consistent governance across every business process.
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Windows Central
Best Black Friday retro gaming deals — nostalgic handhelds, arcade machines, old school consoles, accessories, and more
Whether you love retro gaming on an arcade cabinet, handheld, console, or PC, there are several fun devices on sale for Black Friday to help you enjoy old-school classics.
Razer's winter white gaming gear goes BRRR in the Black Friday sales — perfect if you've been waiting to build a frostier setup
Razer's white gaming gear is rarely this cheap, but you can grab keyboards, mice and other accessories for the perfect frosty setup.
No budget gaming here: Valve’s Steam Machine will rival true PC prices as it confirms it won't subsidize the price (which may be good for Xbox)
A reveal that could make or break Valve’s return to the living room console fight before it even begins.
ARC Raiders hits massive sales milestone as it tops Steam's Top Sellers chart for four straight weeks — it's just above Battlefield 6, and not slowing down
ARC Raiders' player count numbers have remained very high since launch, and new data shows that the game has sold incredibly well, too.
Step into gaming history: limited‑edition Xbox Crocs return November 25th for fans who want to wear their fandom
Microsoft is introducing Xbox Crocs, with shoes customized to look like an Xbox Series X|S controller that'll be available for $80.
Black Friday buyers beware — AMD says graphics card prices could rise 10%
AMD is preparing a price increase of at least ten percent for its Radeon GPUs as rising DRAM costs driven by AI demand put pressure on memory supply and availability
Bloodborne has come to PC with this crazy Elden Ring mod — it just got a huge update, and it looks so good I'd believe FromSoftware made it
This wild Elden Ring mod completely transforms the game into a Bloodborne-like experience, and it just got a huge update that adds trick weapons, a custom UI, and more.
A 2-minute guide to the best Thunderbolt docking stations for your laptop — CalDigit, Kensington, Razer, and more
Want the inside scoop on the best Thunderbolt laptop docking stations without all the extra fluff? Here are the best docks available at the best prices.
JSAUX's new Xbox Ally carry cases are now available, they're on sale with an introductory price for Black Friday — and far better than ASUS' official case
JSAUX has been a staunch supporter of the nascent PC gaming handheld ecosystem, and the firm has already launched two new carry cases for the Xbox Ally, and they're far more affordable than the official thing.
Windows Central verdict: the 5‑year‑old Logitech K860 is the Black Friday buy to beat
Black Friday drops the Logitech K860 to £59.99. After years of daily use and over a million words typed, it’s still the best ergonomic keyboard I recommend.
Epic CEO: "RAM price increases will be a real problem" — as OpenAI et al. blow up RAM prices, threatening affordability of everything from Xbox to TVs and laptops
Microsoft, OpenAI, and other artificial intelligence proponents are using tax payer subsidies to blow up the price of RAM, and by extension, practically all consumer tech.
Here's when you can play the new Call of Duty: Warzone Resurgence map, Haven's Hollow
Call of Duty: Warzone will be integrated with Black Ops 7 with Season 01, and that's also bringing a new Resurgence map with some familiar spots from Black Ops 6 Zombies.
Two decades later: the Xbox 360 games that shaped culture, community, and a generation of play
From living‑room battles to online friendships, these Xbox 360 best‑sellers went beyond gaming to define an era of entertainment.
Stop dropping hundreds on consoles for Black Friday — this Fire TV Stick bundle turns your TV into a cloud-streaming Xbox
Amazon has launched a massive Black Friday sale on a bundle that includes an Xbox controller, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max, all of which together can turn your home TV into a cloud-based Xbox.
Our expert pick of Black Friday GPU deals — RTX 5070 and RX 9070 XT before hikes hit
Black Friday always has GPU deals on the go, but this year it feels a bit different as an impending memory shortage threatens to drive prices back up. If you're hoping to upgrade your GPU, the time has never been better.
The most sadistic Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Dark Ops challenge has been found — you'll likely never be able to complete it
Dark Ops challenges are supposed to be some of the most difficult in any Call of Duty game, but the latest discovered in Black Ops 7 is on a whole other level of pain.
RTX 5070 Ti power at RTX 5060 prices — This gaming laptop shakes up the market in a major way
Black Friday is always a good time to shop for a new gaming laptop, and I think I might have found the deal to beat on this system with an AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU.
This is the only gaming laptop I'd buy for myself on Black Friday — RTX 5060, OLED display, and a gorgeous design to boot
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is on sale for Black Friday, and I absolutely love this machine even when it's not hundreds off. This is the one I'd buy.
The latest Windows 11 update tanked PC gaming performance — but NVIDIA has already issued a fix
NVIDIA confirmed Windows 11’s October 2025 Update caused major FPS drops on some GPUs, but a new hotfix driver is already rolling out to restore performance.
Welcome winter with one of the coziest survival games I’ve played — and my most recent Xbox Game Pass gem discovery
I recently wrapped up Winter Burrow, a recent day one Xbox Game Pass arrival that challenges you to survive a wintry forest as a wayward mouse. It's cute.
Bill Gates' Foundation Trust cuts Microsoft stake by 65% — dropping to a mere $4.7 billion in its vast portfolio
The latest SEC filing reveals the Gates Foundation Trust has sharply reduced its Microsoft holdings, shifting billions across its portfolio.
Xbox Cloud Gaming comes to millions of players in Brazil via LG TVs and Amazon Fire TV — no price-inflated console required
Xbox Cloud Gaming expands in Brazil via LG Smart TVs and Fire TV, compatible with Bluetooth controllers.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff ditches ChatGPT for Gemini AI after 3 years of daily use: "Holy s*** — the leap is insane".
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff says he is ditching ChatGPT for Gemini 3 after using it every day for 3 years, after just 2 hours with Google's offering.
Xbox Cloud Gaming just fixed one of its most frustrating save issues — this new sync update is a huge UI improvement
Xbox Cloud Gaming has introduced a new quality-of-life feature in its latest Windows Insider preview build that allows players to view the status of their cloud save data before launching a game.
Microsoft launches AI agent to outperform OpenAI's GPT-4o — running locally on your PC with built-in human intervention triggers
Microsoft recently unveiled Fara-7B, a Computer Use Agent capable of undertaking complex tasks on behalf of users directly on their devices.
Laffgaff
Who was the lead singer and guitarist of Nirvana?
Kurt Cobain.
Farmer Career
I asked my friend why he gave up his career as a farmer. He said he chose the wrong field.
Itsfoss
Backup and Restore Your Flatpak Apps & Settings Between Distro Switch and Reinstalls
Make a backup of your Flatpak apps and application data and restore them to a new Linux system where Flatpak is supported.
Black Friday Deals for Linux Users 2025 [Continually Updated With New Entries]
Save big on cloud storage, privacy tools, VPN services, courses, and Linux hardware.
The Laptop That Wasn't: TUXEDO Computers Shelves Linux ARM Notebook Plans
German manufacturer blames missing features and poor battery life.