The 2026 tax season is approaching, bringing changes to standard deductions and credits for many Americans. The “big beautiful bill” signed earlier this year made key provisions from the 2017 tax overhaul permanent and added new increases to deductions and credits. For taxpayers filing in 2027, the changes include new tax brackets and slightly higher … Read more
Cybercrime is hurting big companies. A month ago, Jaguar Land Rover took 30 days to recover after being hacked. Another week for Asahi, a Japanese brewery, and six weeks for Marks and Spencer, a British retailer. The issue isn’t just financial – it’s also threatening the government’s support for suppliers. The problem is widespread. To … Read more
President Donald Trump’s efforts to win the Nobel Peace Prize have faced significant setbacks, with many experts questioning his qualifications for the award. The announcement of a phase-one ceasefire deal in Gaza has not changed the public’s perception of him, with only 22% of Americans saying he deserves the prize. However, some nonpartisan foreign policy … Read more
Casey Means, a 38-year-old entrepreneur and health products advocate, is poised to become the next surgeon general of the United States. Her nomination has sparked controversy over her medical credentials and financial ties to companies promoting healthy living products. Means, who has over 850,000 followers on Instagram, has built a reputation as a best-selling author … Read more
NotebookLM has introduced its Learning Guide mode, a new feature designed to help users learn new concepts by encouraging critical thinking and engagement with the material. This personalized approach is particularly helpful when learning something new, as it breaks down complex topics into manageable parts and asks questions to gauge understanding. In this mode, NotebookLM … Read more
SonicWall recently revealed that its cloud backup service was compromised in early September. Hackers gained access to the backup files of less than 5% of its customers’ firewalls. The breach affected all firewalls configured to back up data to MySonicWall. These files contain encrypted credentials and configuration data, which puts users at risk if possession … Read more
President Donald Trump’s thirst for a Nobel Peace Prize may seem like a joke, but it’s actually proving useful for the world. His desperation to win the award has driven him to take steps that promote peace, even if they don’t always align with his usual methods. The recent agreement between Israel and Hamas is … Read more
NotebookLM’s AI-powered Mind Maps have transformed the way I work and study. Unlike other tools, which struggle to create accurate mind maps from uploaded sources, NotebookLM excels in this area. While its feature isn’t perfect, there are ways to overcome its limitations using Chrome extensions. I use Mind Maps for financial breakdowns, making budgeting more … Read more
Microsoft is shifting its focus away from relying on partner OpenAI and instead aims to become a leading artificial intelligence chatbot powerhouse. The company plans to use this shift in healthcare as an opportunity to deliver a better offering than competitors, utilizing its Copilot assistant to build brand recognition. Source: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/microsoft-healthcare-ai-harvard-health-36aca862
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other senior GOP lawmakers have advised the White House against mass layoffs and sharp cuts to government assistance programs during the ongoing shutdown. They warn that such moves could backfire with the public, blaming Republicans for the shutdown, rather than avoiding consequences. The Republican hand-wringing reflects discomfort over President … Read more