Former Microsoft director opens up about life after voluntary exit in July: Six months of pure vibes

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Shawn Mrzena spent 25 years at Microsoft in sales, strategy, security and compliance roles. (Shawn Mrzena)

Microsoft is extending voluntary severance buyouts to nearly 60,000 staff members, as per CNBC. The offer includes severance compensation, ongoing equity vesting provisions, and sustained health insurance coverage as components of the departure agreement. This announcement comes months after the software giant’s April move when it offered first-ever voluntary buyouts to some US employees. Shawn … Read more

Nvidia to invest $3 billion in Meta as social media giant plans to raise $95 billion for AI infrastructure expansion

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Nvidia and Meta expand their AI partnership as Nvidia plans a $3 billion investment in Meta. (REUTERS)

Nvidia will invest $3 billion in Meta. The chipmaker announced the investment on Tuesday, October 27, as Meta increases its spending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Nvidia and Meta expand their AI partnership as Nvidia plans a $3 billion investment in Meta. (REUTERS) Meta plans to raise $95 billion to fund AI investments. The social … Read more

Microsoft has to change to survive: Ex-worker calls for leaner workforce and AI-driven operations

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Merill Fernando argues that Microsoft’s layers of management and fragmented teams have hindered adoption of beneficial technologies. (Representative)

Former Microsoft employee Merill Fernando has called for a significant shift in how the technology giant operates, arguing that the company needs fewer employees, less organisational bureaucracy and a stronger focus on AI-powered, agentic work to remain competitive. Merill Fernando argues that Microsoft’s layers of management and fragmented teams have hindered adoption of beneficial technologies. … Read more

Oil prices rise as Iran talks, Houthi attacks and Middle East tensions raise supply concerns

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Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions and supply risks keep markets on edge. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)

Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday as investors waited for the outcome of diplomatic talks in Tehran, Iran. Renewed attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group on Saudi Arabia also raised concerns about risks to oil supplies. Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions and supply risks keep markets on edge. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel) Brent crude futures … Read more

Savannah Chrisley shares pregnancy news after announcing engagement with Jason: Were having a baby

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Savannah Chrisley revealed her pregnancy and engagement in an Instagram announcement. (Twitter)

Savannah Chrisley, the 29-year-old reality television personality, has announced her engagement and pregnancy on Instagram on Tuesday morning. In her announcement video, she shared sonogram images and a tender moment with her boyfriend, Jason, whom she met through Washington D.C. political circles last year. Savannah Chrisley revealed her pregnancy and engagement in an Instagram announcement. … Read more

Man arrested after hijacking threat forces United flight to return to Las Vegas, faces terrorism-related charges

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United Flight 1681 returned safely to Las Vegas after its crew learned of an alleged hijacking threat. (Unsplash)

A 25-year-old man who allegedly sent a threatening text about hijacking a passenger plane heading to New Jersey was taken into custody Saturday evening at Harry Reid International Airport once the flight made it back safely to Las Vegas. United Flight 1681 returned safely to Las Vegas after its crew learned of an alleged hijacking … Read more

US banks face bond losses as Treasury yields surge, raising risks to share buybacks and capital strength

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US banks face rising bond losses as Treasury yields surge and share buybacks come under pressure. (Bloomberg file photo for representation)

US banks are facing growing losses on their bond investments as Treasury yields rise. Banks must decide whether to sell bonds worth billions of dollars at a loss or continue holding them and carry the losses on their balance sheets. US banks face rising bond losses as Treasury yields surge and share buybacks come under … Read more

Gold prices hold near $4,000 as traders await Fed rate decision amid inflation concerns

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Gold prices stay near $4,000 an ounce as traders await the Federal Reserve's rate decision. (Pexel)

Gold prices stayed close to $4,000 an ounce on Tuesday as investors waited for the US Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision this week. Traders expect the central bank to keep interest rates unchanged. Gold prices stay near $4,000 an ounce as traders await the Federal Reserve’s rate decision. (Pexel) Gold prices changed little after rising in … Read more

White House defends Trump amid accusations of manipulating Catholic bishops for political gain

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President Donald Trump praying at Oval Office with archbishops and bishops.

The White House defended President Donald Trump on Monday following Milwaukee Archbishop Jeffrey Grob’s public apology for his involvement in an Oval Office prayer session with the president. President Donald Trump praying at Oval Office with archbishops and bishops. Archbishop Grob said that the administration had leveraged the religious event for political advantage just before … Read more

Susan Saint James, Emmy-winning star of Kate & Allie, dies at 80 after battling pancreatic cancer

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Susan Saint James, acclaimed for her roles in McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie, has died at 80 (AP Photo/Nick Ut)

Susan Saint James, recognized for her acclaimed performances in the television series McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie, has passed away at the age of 80. Susan Saint James, acclaimed for her roles in McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie, has died at 80 (AP Photo/Nick Ut) The actress’s family and official representative … Read more