According to multiple reports, Microsoft's Windows 11 has reached a significant milestone of one billion users during the recent holiday quarter, surpassing Windows 10's adoption rate by achieving this in 1,576 days compared to Windows 10's 1,706 days. This growth is attributed to the end of support for Windows 10 and a strong user base throughout December, as revealed by Microsoft executives.

According to multiple reports, Microsoft's Windows 11 has reached a significant milestone of one billion users during the recent holiday quarter, surpassing Windows 10's adoption rate by achieving this in 1,576 days compared to Windows 10's 1,706 days. This growth is attributed to the end of support for Windows 10 and a strong user base throughout December, as revealed by Microsoft executives.

Multiple sources indicate that Microsoft is significantly benefiting from its investments in OpenAI and Anthropic, with a substantial increase in net income and future revenue obligations tied to these AI partnerships. Microsoft's financial reports reveal a $7.6 billion increase in net income from its OpenAI investment, alongside a surge in commercial bookings driven by both OpenAI and Anthropic's commitments to Azure services, despite Microsoft's considerable capital expenditures on AI infrastructure.

Multiple sources indicate that Microsoft is significantly benefiting from its investments in OpenAI and Anthropic, with a substantial increase in net income and future revenue obligations tied to these AI partnerships. Microsoft's financial reports reveal a $7.6 billion increase in net income from its OpenAI investment, alongside a surge in commercial bookings driven by both OpenAI and Anthropic's commitments to Azure services, despite Microsoft's considerable capital expenditures on AI infrastructure.

Multiple news sources report that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first visit by a British leader in nearly a decade, to reset strained relations and pursue business deals. Starmer emphasized the need for a "strategic partnership" focused on growth and security for Britain, with over 50 business executives accompanying him to expand opportunities for British companies.

Multiple news sources report that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first visit by a British leader in nearly a decade, to reset strained relations and pursue business deals. Starmer emphasized the need for a "strategic partnership" focused on growth and security for Britain, with over 50 business executives accompanying him to expand opportunities for British companies.

Multiple news sources report that Portugal is constructing Europe's first dedicated drone carrier, the NRP D. João II, built by Damen in Romania for €132 million and scheduled for delivery later this year, offering a cost-effective and flexible alternative to traditional aircraft carriers by enabling rapid mission profile changes. This innovative warship, championed by former Chief of Staff Henrique Gouveia e Melo, is attracting interest from other European navies due to its potential to extend operational reach with unmanned systems at a fraction of the cost of conventional carriers.

Multiple news sources report that Portugal is constructing Europe's first dedicated drone carrier, the NRP D. João II, built by Damen in Romania for €132 million and scheduled for delivery later this year, offering a cost-effective and flexible alternative to traditional aircraft carriers by enabling rapid mission profile changes. This innovative warship, championed by former Chief of Staff Henrique Gouveia e Melo, is attracting interest from other European navies due to its potential to extend operational reach with unmanned systems at a fraction of the cost of conventional carriers.

Multiple news sources report that precautions, including temperature screenings, are being implemented in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India, though Indian authorities state the outbreak is contained. The Nipah virus, a zoonotic illness carried by fruit bats and other animals, can spread through close contact and contaminated food, causing symptoms ranging from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis.

Multiple news sources report that precautions, including temperature screenings, are being implemented in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India, though Indian authorities state the outbreak is contained. The Nipah virus, a zoonotic illness carried by fruit bats and other animals, can spread through close contact and contaminated food, causing symptoms ranging from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis.

Multiple news sources report that Maher Tarabishi, a Jordanian national and long-time U.S. resident under a supervision order, was detained by ICE last year, preventing him from being with his son, Wael, who suffered from Pompe disease, during his final days and at his funeral. Despite caring for Wael for decades and complying with annual ICE check-ins, Maher's requests for temporary release were denied, fulfilling Wael's dying wish to see his father.

Multiple news sources report that Maher Tarabishi, a Jordanian national and long-time U.S. resident under a supervision order, was detained by ICE last year, preventing him from being with his son, Wael, who suffered from Pompe disease, during his final days and at his funeral. Despite caring for Wael for decades and complying with annual ICE check-ins, Maher's requests for temporary release were denied, fulfilling Wael's dying wish to see his father.

Multiple news sources report that Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has accused unnamed Labour party figures of lying about the circumstances surrounding his blocked candidacy in the Gorton and Denton byelection. Burnham claims these individuals, likely advisors, misrepresented events to the media, including the timing of when he was informed of the decision and the alleged warning against applying, though he does not blame Prime Minister Starmer directly. He asserts this incident reveals a problematic culture of spreading falsehoods to denigrate elected officials, a phenomenon he has witnessed across different political eras.

Multiple news sources report that Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has accused unnamed Labour party figures of lying about the circumstances surrounding his blocked candidacy in the Gorton and Denton byelection. Burnham claims these individuals, likely advisors, misrepresented events to the media, including the timing of when he was informed of the decision and the alleged warning against applying, though he does not blame Prime Minister Starmer directly. He asserts this incident reveals a problematic culture of spreading falsehoods to denigrate elected officials, a phenomenon he has witnessed across different political eras.

Multiple news sources suggest that Venezuela's new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, is hinting at economic reforms and opening up the country to foreign investment, drawing parallels to Deng Xiaoping's post-Mao reforms in China. This potential shift comes after years of political and social turmoil under Nicolás Maduro, with Rodríguez calling for revamped oil laws to attract foreign firms.

Multiple news sources suggest that Venezuela's new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, is hinting at economic reforms and opening up the country to foreign investment, drawing parallels to Deng Xiaoping's post-Mao reforms in China. This potential shift comes after years of political and social turmoil under Nicolás Maduro, with Rodríguez calling for revamped oil laws to attract foreign firms.

Multiple news sources report gunfire and explosions at Niamey airport in Niger, resulting in damage to at least two aircraft belonging to Togolese airline Asky, though the source of the attack and potential casualties remain unclear. This incident occurs amidst ongoing political instability following the July 2023 coup, Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS, and the expulsion of French and US forces.

Multiple news sources report gunfire and explosions at Niamey airport in Niger, resulting in damage to at least two aircraft belonging to Togolese airline Asky, though the source of the attack and potential casualties remain unclear. This incident occurs amidst ongoing political instability following the July 2023 coup, Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS, and the expulsion of French and US forces.

Synthesizing information from multiple news sources, the UK government has launched free and subsidized AI training courses, designed with the help of tech giants, to equip up to 10 million adults with skills for using AI in the workplace by 2030. While the initiative aims to boost AI adoption and ensure workers benefit from the technology, some experts caution that comprehensive skills beyond basic chatbot prompting are necessary for navigating the evolving AI landscape.

Synthesizing information from multiple news sources, the UK government has launched free and subsidized AI training courses, designed with the help of tech giants, to equip up to 10 million adults with skills for using AI in the workplace by 2030. While the initiative aims to boost AI adoption and ensure workers benefit from the technology, some experts caution that comprehensive skills beyond basic chatbot prompting are necessary for navigating the evolving AI landscape.

Multiple news sources report that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing to reset relations after years of tension, driven by Britain's need for economic growth and China's desire to maintain its global influence amidst rivalry with the U.S. Starmer emphasized the importance of China to British business interests, while Xi Jinping sought to portray China as a reliable global power despite past disagreements over human rights and espionage concerns.

Multiple news sources report that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing to reset relations after years of tension, driven by Britain's need for economic growth and China's desire to maintain its global influence amidst rivalry with the U.S. Starmer emphasized the importance of China to British business interests, while Xi Jinping sought to portray China as a reliable global power despite past disagreements over human rights and espionage concerns.

Multiple news sources report heavy gunfire and explosions near the international airport in Niamey, Niger, with eyewitness accounts and videos showing air defense systems potentially engaging unidentified projectiles. While the situation has reportedly calmed, the cause of the blasts and potential casualties remain unclear, and no official statement has been released by the military government led by Abdourahamane Tiani, who took power in a 2023 coup.

Multiple news sources report heavy gunfire and explosions near the international airport in Niamey, Niger, with eyewitness accounts and videos showing air defense systems potentially engaging unidentified projectiles. While the situation has reportedly calmed, the cause of the blasts and potential casualties remain unclear, and no official statement has been released by the military government led by Abdourahamane Tiani, who took power in a 2023 coup.