Microsoft has confirmed that the latest Windows 11 preview update (KB5064081) is causing a UI issue where the password sign-in icon disappears from the lock screen on specific builds (24H2 and 25H2). The bug affects systems with multiple sign-in methods, like PINs, fingerprints, security keys, and passwords. On affected devices, users can still access their … Read more
Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor leading Berkshire Hathaway, is warning Wall Street that opportunities are scarce due to high valuations. Over his nearly 60-year investment career, Buffett has delivered a compounded annual return of almost 20%, significantly higher than the S&P 500’s 10%. He attributes this success to investing in quality companies at favorable prices, … Read more
Local watercolor instructor Freddie Manseau will leave behind a lasting legacy after naming Santa Monica College’s Emeritus Program and Community Education in his will. For over three decades, Manseau has taught hundreds of students in the programs, connecting with them deeply through art education tailored primarily to older adults. Born and raised in Santa Monica, … Read more
To use SignalsCV, follow these easy steps: 1. Go to signalscv.com and click on “Verifying you are human”. 2. Wait for the verification process to complete. 3. If successful, wait for the website to respond. 4. Enable JavaScript and cookies to continue using the site. Note: Verifying you are human is a security measure to … Read more
A recent billion-dollar settlement in US courts over the use of pirated books to train an AI chatbot has left authors feeling that they won’t receive fair compensation for their work. Award-winning author Catherine Chidgey expressed her gratitude that the company, Anthropic AI, is being held accountable but noted that the payment offered to authors … Read more
A University of Mississippi graduate was found dead in a shallow ditch in Carroll County, Miss., after being missing for over two years. Timothy Herrington, Jr., pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and evidence tampering, ending his trial. Authorities say he killed Lee to hide their secret relationship. Prosecutors recommend a 40-year sentence with 10 years … Read more
The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) has announced a new data breach after attackers stole documents containing personal information from its Oracle E-Business Suite servers in August. The breach is part of a larger extortion campaign by the Clop ransomware gang, which exploited a zero-day flaw to steal sensitive files from many organizations’ Oracle EBS platforms. … Read more
Turn off internet results in Windows 11 search for a simplified experience. Windows 11 offers the option to turn off web search results from the search bar. This feature can be beneficial, but it may not work correctly sometimes. You can disable this feature using Group Policy and the Registry. However, keep in mind that … Read more
Costco is one of the companies suing the Trump administration over tariffs. The company wants to get its money back if the Supreme Court says the tariffs are unfair. Costco filed a lawsuit in federal court, hoping to be eligible for a full refund if the court rules against the administration’s reasons for collecting tariffs … Read more
Microsoft’s Early AI Lead Fades as Google Gemini Takes the Reins Microsoft once boasted a strong lead in artificial intelligence, but its advantages are now rapidly evaporating. Google Gemini has surged ahead, leaving OpenAI reeling and Microsoft scrambling to catch up. The news is no surprise to tech enthusiasts, who have long warned of Microsoft’s … Read more