Microsoft Publisher, a beloved legacy app for church bake-sale flyers, will officially retire in October 2026. Don’t panic! This article explains why Publisher is disappearing and how you can rescue your files before it’s too late. **Why is Microsoft Publishing retiring?** Publisher has become redundant due to the rise of cloud-native tools like Microsoft Designer … Read more
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has led her party to a convincing win in parliamentary elections, securing a strong mandate to strengthen ties with the US and boost Japan’s economy. The 64-year-old conservative leader took risks by calling an early election during her short tenure, hoping to capitalize on her straightforward style to maintain power … Read more
US Vice President JD Vance attended a women’s Olympic hockey game in Milan’s western suburbs on Thursday, sparking curiosity about his presence at the event. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were seen attending the game alongside Olympic gold medal-winning sisters Jocelyne Lamoureux-Davidson and Monique Lamoureux-Morando. The event seemed to have a low-key atmosphere, … Read more
Roger Deakins, renowned cinematographer for iconic films like No Country for Old Men and Blade Runner 2049, shares his insights on the craft of cinematography. Despite earning 14 Oscar nominations, he confesses that explaining what he does is a challenge. Deakins began as a still photographer but found his true calling in cinematography through collaborations … Read more
A former football team manager at Wise High School, 25-year-old Sarah Clingman, was sentenced to three years in prison on Wednesday for her role in a fatal drunk driving crash that killed three friends. The group of friends had gathered the night before to send off Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson and included other Wise … Read more
Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic is on track to secure more than $20 billion in funding by next week, according to sources. Initially seeking $10 billion, the company’s valuation has jumped to $350 billion due to high investor interest, setting a new record for a tech funding round. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-07/anthropic-s-more-than-20-billion-funding-to-close-as-soon-as-next-week
Turning Point USA hosted a right-wing “All American” concert during the Super Bowl, featuring Kid Rock and other country music performers. The event aimed to counter Bad Bunny’s official halftime show, which drew criticism from some conservatives due to the Puerto Rican artist’s comments on immigration policies. Kid Rock performed with fellow artists Brantley Gilbert, … Read more
Netflix offers an impressive array of sci-fi shows that cater to different tastes and preferences. From thought-provoking series like The OA to thrilling adventures like Stranger Things, there’s something for everyone. Here are the top 10 sci-fi TV shows on Netflix that you won’t want to miss. Sense8 follows eight strangers from around the world … Read more
The stock market has seen a mixed reaction recently, with the Dow Jones reaching new heights above 50,000 and some stocks performing well despite the volatility. Here are five key stocks to watch as buy signals emerge: 1. **Apple (AAPL)**: The tech giant remained strong amidst the recent sell-off, showing it can weather economic storms. … Read more
A standoff between Democrats and Republicans over immigration enforcement limits has led to a looming deadline for the Department of Homeland Security. With funding set to expire on Saturday, negotiations remain stagnant despite calls from Democrats for new restrictions. Democrats want immigration officers to show visible identification and need judicial warrants before making arrests on … Read more