Microsoft’s AutoGen update boosts AI agents with cross language interoperability and observability

Biden signs bill boosting Social Security payments for millions

President Joe Biden is set to sign into law a measure that boosts Social Security payments for current and former public employees

ABC News - Jan. 5

Why context-aware AI agents will give us superpowers in 2025

In 2025, augmented mentality will emerge from the convergence of AI agents, conversational computing and augmented reality.

VentureBeat - Jan. 5

Mind your language: how learning French helped me remove the condom from the wine | Susan McDonald

Le mot juste can be a portal into another world entirely – but make sure you know your chicken from your horse. More summer essentials Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

No Jan. 6 disruptions expected as Trump's win boosts Republicans' faith in elections

Four years ago, then-President Donald Trump rallied his supporters to march to the U.S. Capitol and urged his vice president to stop the congressional certification of Democrat Joe Biden's victory

ABC News - Jan. 5

Italy’s Meloni boosts ties with Trump in surprise Florida visit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise trip to Florida to meet with Donald Trump late on Saturday, as the key European leader sought to buttress ties with the president-elect before ...

NBC News - Jan. 5

‘A glimpse of hope’: how Observer readers are helping mend broken lives in war-torn lands

Médecins Sans Frontières workers have unique insight into the suffering of those they help, providing medical care in times of crisis. Donate to our charity appeal here Médecins Sans ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Freeman, Franklin eye boost to all Black coaches

Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman and Penn State's James Franklin are aware they are on the brink of making history in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl.

ESPN - Jan. 4

From Edvard Munch to Central Cee: Observer critics choose their cultural highlights for 2025

From Thom Yorke’s Shakespearean score to 25 years of Tate Modern, Bridget Jones to Leigh Bowery, our writers anticipate the most exciting shows, releases and events of the year. American auteurs ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Want to Boost Your Credibility in 2025? Start by Focusing on Yourself

Start the first 90 days of the new year by elevating your self-awareness, self-introduction and self-confidence.

Inc. - Jan. 4

Microsoft expects to spend $80 billion on AI-enabled data centers in fiscal 2025

Over half of Microsoft's $80 billion in spending will take place in the U.S., Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith wrote in a Friday blog post.

CNBC - Jan. 4

In Roob's Eagles Observations: Jeff Stoutland, the offensive line miracle worker

A look at the miracles Jeff Stoutland has worked since joining the Eagles’ coaching staff in 2013, thoughts about Kenny Pickett and more in Roob's obs.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Where Giants reportedly stand with three prominent free agents

The San Francisco Giants reportedly still are in contention for three remaining star MLB free agents.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Agent: QB Rourke led Indiana to CFP on torn ACL

Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke will undergo surgery next week to repair an ACL tear in his right knee that he played through during the 2024 season, his agent told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Over 300,000 migrants crossed Latin America’s Darien Gap in 2024, down 42%

Over 300,000 migrants crossed the Darien Gap into Panama in 2024, 42% fewer than the record number who made the perilous jungle crossing from South America a year earlier, Panama’s migration ...

NBC News - Jan. 3

Microsoft expects to spend $80 billion on AI-enabled data centers over next 12 months

Microsoft plans to spend $80 billion in fiscal 2025 on the construction of data centers that can handle artificial intelligence workloads, the company said in a Friday blog post.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Carville slams Democrats' use of 'NPR language' after Harris loss

James Carville slammed what the longtime Democratic strategist called “NPR language” that he said members of his party use as he evaluated why Vice President Harris lost the November election. ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Microsoft May Bring "All Their Big Games" To PS5, Analyst Says

According to a veteran video game industry analyst, 2025 could be the year that Microsoft goes "all-in" on bringing its Xbox games to other platforms, including PlayStation 5. Microsoft, of course, ...

GameSpot - Jan. 3

Trump boosts Johnson ahead of Speaker vote

President-elect Trump gave a public boost to Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) hours before House lawmakers vote to determine whether he will keep the gavel to start the next Congress and amid ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

US relaxes green hydrogen rules in race to boost sector

Biden administration’s Treasury delays stricter requirements for claiming tax credits ahead of Trump’s return

Financial Times - Jan. 3

3 observations after Curry-led Warriors hang 139 points on Sixers

The Sixers finished their back-to-back Thursday night with a wire-to-wire, blowout loss to Stephen Curry and the Warriors.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Nvidia’s Market Value Got a $2 Trillion Boost in the AI rally of 2024

The AI chipmaker recorded the largest market cap increase of any publicly listed company in 2024, nearly tripling in value to $3.28 trillion by the end of the year.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Security measures boosted ahead Jimmy Carter funeral in D.C.

Washington, D.C., is bolstering security measures for several big events occurring in the nation's capital, including the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more ...

CBS News - Jan. 2

Federal Agents Search Home of Former NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey

Jeffrey Maddrey, who had been chief of department, resigned on Dec. 20 after a lieutenant accused him of coercing her into sex.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Lego's Animal Crossing Series Expands With Three New Sets

Animal Crossing fans can add to their Lego collection with three new sets featuring a total of seven villagers to invite to their brick-built towns. The trio of new sets includes the iconic Able ...

GameSpot - Jan. 2

Hospital gives update on survivors of New Orleans attack

Dr. Jeffrey Elder, chief medical officer at University Medical Center in New Orleans, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the conditions of survivors of the vehicle attack and how the hospital became a ...

CBS News - Jan. 2

Ohio updates election forms to support transgender candidates

The change followed the disqualification of a transgender woman who failed to list legal names used in the past five years on a petition.

The Hill - Jan. 2

Pigs in blankets and fizz help boost Lidl Christmas sales

The supermarket chain said it achieved its best Christmas on record in 2024, although growth has slowed.

BBC News - Jan. 2

China Introduces New Forex Rules To Tighten Crypto Oversight and Target Illegal Cross-Border Transactions

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

Former FBI special agent on New Orleans truck attack

An early New Year's Day truck attack on New Orleans' Bourbon Street has killed at least 10 people and injured dozens more. Former FBI special agent Doug Kouns joined CBS News along with national ...

CBS News - Jan. 1

Number of migrants crossing Channel in small boats rises to 36,816

2024 was the deadliest year in the Channel, with 77 people known to have drowned trying to cross.

BBC News - Jan. 1

Small-boat crossing arrivals to UK rose 25% in 2024, data shows

Home Office figures will add to pressure on Keir Starmer to curb irregular migration via English Channel

Financial Times - Jan. 1

12 Powerful Micro-Challenges to Boost Your Happiness and Success in the New Year

Got big goals for the coming year? These monthly micro-challenges can help you reach them.

Inc. - Jan. 1

‘Why not us?’: Welsh language trio on their forthcoming double album

Post-punk band Adwaith will release their third album Solas, a Celtic word meaning enlightenment, in February. The idea of releasing a 23-track double album of pop and rock songs written entirely ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Taiwan president vows to boost the island's defense budget as China threats rise

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has pledged to strengthen the island’s defenses in the face of escalating Chinese threats

ABC News - Jan. 1

AI education revolution

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI set to hit its stride in schools in 2025 Experts predict that 2025 will be the year artificial ...

The Hill - Dec. 31

Unlawful border crossings hit lowest level of Biden admin in November

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) announced a new low for border level crossings during the month of November ahead of President Biden’s exit from the White House. Statistics released by the ...