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What You Need to Know About Costs, Deductibles, and Income-Based Adjustments
Medicare Part B premiums will increase by 6% in 2025, bringing the standard monthly premium to $185.00. This increase is attributed to projected price changes and utilization trends, and will impact both the standard premium and the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) for wealthier beneficiaries.
Thousands Affected by Service Disruption, Frustrating Users and Businesses
Microsoft 365 and Teams users experienced widespread outages on Monday, October 30th, 2023, due to a recent change implemented by the company. The issue began around 4 a.m. Eastern Time and peaked around noon, with thousands of users reporting problems accessing services like Exchange, Outlook, and OneDrive.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio Announces Deportation of Activist Mahmoud Khalil
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian-Syrian activist, citing his support for Hamas and involvement in protests at Columbia University. Khalil's lawyers argue that he is being punished for exercising his right to protest and have filed a motion to dismiss the case.
Microsoft to Retire Skype in May 2025, Ushering in a New Era of Communication with Microsoft Teams
Microsoft is retiring Skype in May 2025, shifting its focus to Microsoft Teams, a modern communications and collaboration hub used by millions globally. The decision comes after years of declining user base for Skype and increasing competition from other services like FaceTime, Messenger, and WhatsApp.
Starbucks Hit by Ransomware Attack, Employee Scheduling and Payroll Systems Disrupted
A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, a third-party software provider, has disrupted Starbucks' employee scheduling and payroll systems, forcing the company to manually track hours and ensure employee compensation. Blue Yonder is working to restore its systems and has not disclosed the identity of the attackers.