News

Microsoft 365 and Teams experienced a global outage on Monday, October 30th, 2023, affecting services like Exchange Online, Outlook, and OneDrive, causing disruption for businesses and individuals who rely on the platform. The company is working to resolve the issue and provide updates as they become available.

Paul Safarik, a man with Down syndrome, has achieved financial independence thanks to ABLE accounts, a program that allows people with disabilities to save money without jeopardizing government benefits. ABLE accounts offer tax-free investment earnings and can be used for qualified disability expenses, empowering individuals like Paul to build a secure future.

Starbucks employees are facing pay delays due to a ransomware attack on a third-party software provider, Blue Yonder, which has disrupted the company's ability to track employee hours and manage payroll. Despite the disruption, Starbucks has assured employees they will be fully compensated for their work.

The potential implementation of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts from Canada and Mexico has created uncertainty for car buyers, with estimates suggesting a price increase of $3,500 to $10,000 for new cars. Industry experts advise consumers to consider purchasing sooner rather than later to avoid the potential impact of the tariffs.

The family of slain DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena filed a lawsuit against Mexico's Sinaloa cartel and three alleged drug kingpins for his 1985 murder, seeking to hold them responsible and provide relief to his family. The lawsuit was filed under a new designation by President Trump that classifies several drug cartels as terrorist organizations.