France’s Prime Minister François Bayrou has proposed cutting two national holidays in a bid to tackle the country’s mounting debt. The proposal, which includes axing Easter Monday and 8 May (Victory in Europe) holidays, has sparked widespread criticism from both sides of the political spectrum. Despite protests from left-wing groups, populist right parties, and even … Read more
Microsoft is rolling out an update to its Copilot app on Windows, introducing new features that enhance the user experience. The update, version 1.25071.125, brings several improvements and changes to Copilot Vision, including: Desktop Sharing: Users can now share their entire desktop with Copilot, allowing it to analyze content, provide insights, and answer questions in … Read more
Samsung has released its new Galaxy Watch 8 Classic smartwatch, offering an improved design, enhanced features, and better performance compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. The new watch boasts a unique “squircle” chassis with a circular display and rotating bezel on top. One of the key features of the Galaxy Watch 8 … Read more
Measles cases detected in Summit County wastewater suggest the disease is more widespread than initially reported. According to state health officials, measles was detected in Provo-area wastewater on July 11. Testing of wastewater samples provides a more accurate picture of the disease’s spread, catching unreported cases that might not have been attributed to vaccination status. … Read more
Stocks surged on Wednesday as investors breathed a sigh of relief after President Donald Trump denied reports that he planned to fire Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve chairman. The S&P 500 index rose 0.3% at close, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 142 points, or 0.3%, earlier in the day. The Nasdaq Composite also … Read more
A former Olympic medalist has died after being struck by lightning during a skiing trip in Norway. Audun Groenvold, 49, was a member of Norway’s Alpine skiing team before transitioning to ski cross. He won bronze medals at the 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2005 world championships, as well as an overall ski cross cup … Read more
Prince Harry visited Angola this week, meeting with President João Lourenço to discuss demining efforts. This marks nearly three decades since his mother, Princess Diana, visited the country and advocated for landmine clearance. In 1997, Diana’s visit helped mobilize public opinion against landmines, which had been used extensively in the bloody fight for independence from … Read more
Two men, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, have been jailed for carrying out a “moronic mission” to fell one of the most beloved trees in the UK, the Sycamore Gap tree. The tree crashed onto Hadrian’s wall in Northumberland during a stormy night in 2023, causing widespread sadness and anger around the world. Graham, 39, … Read more
A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder has raised concerns about the potential health risks associated with erythritol, a popular sugar substitute. Researchers found that even short-term exposure to high levels of erythritol can damage brain vessel cells, leading to an increased risk of stroke. The study, led by Professor Christopher DeSouza, exposed … Read more
Changes are possible in the district lines around Belcourt and Devils Lake as tribes prepare for a potential Supreme Court hearing. The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and Spirit Lake Nation sued the state in 2021, arguing that the creation of a subdivision in Belcourt diluted their representation and voting power. A U.S. District Court … Read more