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Microsoft Allegedly Leaked Dutch Civil Servants’ Data To the US
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Cybernews: The technology giant Microsoft has been accused of leaking the data of civil servants working for the Netherlands’ regulatory agencies to the US House of Representatives. The civil servants affected by the leak work at the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) and the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP), according to the NL Times. They...
29 May 2026
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Spurs closing in on Bournemouth’s Senesi
Tottenham are close to signing Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer.
Israel intensifies strikes on Lebanon during ceasefire, videos show
Verified videos show strikes on densely populated neighbourhoods in southern Lebanon.
The Guardian view on jobs and training: boosting young people’s chances should be a national mission | Editorial
Colleges and placements can help the 1 million 16- to 24-year-olds who aren’t earning or learning. But what they need most is work
For a few days at least, political attention is focused on young people aged 16-24 who are not in education, employment or training (known as Neets). A report from the commission led by Alan Milburn, a former health secretary, shines a bright light on a group that...
BMA to monitor officials over illegal activities at borders
BMA says over 50 corrupt officials have been dismissed over non-compliance.
US and Iran reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire, US sources say
The framework, which has reportedly yet to be approved by the leaders of the US and Iran, would extend the fragile ceasefire and launch nuclear programme talks.
Virginia Mortgage Professional Duane Buziak Earns Consecutive Scotsman Guide Top Originator Recognition
HENRICO, VA Henrico Mortgage Expert Closes Nearly $100 Million Over Two Consecutive Years While Earning Industry’s Most Prestigious Recognitions from America’s #1 Wholesale Lender Duane Buziak, Branch Leader, Mortgage Advisor, and founder of Duane Buziak Mortgage Maestro operating through Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending, has been independently verified by Scotsman Guide as a Top Originator...
KEXA Exchange reviews, kexaglobal scam Caution proof? Trusted by Users Worldwide
New York, USA – In the 2026 crypto market that continues to heat up with an increasingly strict regulatory environment, investors searching for “KEXA Exchange reviews” or “kexaglobal.com scam” are often disturbed by some unsubstantiated negative information. This article will systematically present a complete profile of KEXA Exchange from four dimensions: official regulatory records, core […]
Reserve Bank hikes interest rate for first time since 2023 as oil shock, inflation risks mount
South African Reserve Bank raises interest rate to 7%, warning that oil shocks, food inflation and global instability could drive prices higher
OUR CITY NEWS: Water woes hit large parts of Joburg before planned maintenance schedule
Residents in Johannesburg face immediate water outages as bursts and planned maintenance coincide, leading to school closures and urgent calls for accountability from local authorities.
Remove illegal structures and submit plans, court tells Marble Towers owners
Illegal structures built around the Marble Towers building must be removed from municipal land and properly approved by the city before they can operate again, the Johannesburg High Court has ruled.
MK chief whip granted R30 000 in fraud case
In October, when the ‘M&G’ first released the story that Mmabatho Mokoena-Zondi had been allegedly soliciting 50% to 60% of staff salaries, claiming it was meant for Zuma, she described the allegations as ‘rumours and lies’
Former Pretoria midwife sentenced to 23 years for crimes against pregnant women
Victim impact statements and expert medical evidence played a central role in securing a lengthy prison sentence against the delicensed midwife.
Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave
French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.
Orlando Pirates news: Ouaddou’s potential exit, Mashiloane to get sold
Orlando Pirates could be forced once again to search for a new coach with Abdeslam Ouaddou’s future undecided.
Magnier claim third Giro stage victory
Frenchman Paul Magnier wins stage 18 after a bunch sprint to seal a hat-trick of victories at this year’s Giro d’Italia.
World Cup: Every squad as they are announced
Every squad for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico as they are announced.
Anthropic Unveils Claude Opus 4.8, a New, More Powerful Model
The new system, called Opus 4.8, tops industry standard benchmarks in areas related to computer programming.
IBM, Red Hat Commit $5 Billion To Secure Open Source Supply Chains
IBM and Red Hat are committing $5 billion to a new initiative called “Project Lightwell,” which aims to secure open-source software supply chains with AI-assisted vulnerability discovery, triage, patch validation, and upstream maintenance. Longtime Slashdot reader wiggles shares a press release from IBM: IBM and Red Hat today announced Project Lightwell, a $5 billion commitment backed by new...