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Microsoft will pay to use Anthropic’s AI in Office 365 apps, The Information reports, citing two sources. The move means that Anthropic’s tech will help power new features in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint alongside OpenAI’s, marking the end of Microsoft’s previous reliance solely on the ChatGPT maker for its productivity suite.  Microsoft’s move to diversify its AI partnerships comes amid a growing rift with OpenAI, which has pursued its own infrastructure projects as well as a potential LinkedIn competitor. Microsoft’s Anthropic deal also comes as the company negotiates a new deal with OpenAI to secure access to its AI…

That’s the new flooring inside the South Transfer Station in west South Park. We checked in with Seattle Public Utilities this afternoon to see if it was going to reopen on the announce revised date, tomorrow, and the reply was “yes.” Here’s the official announcement: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is pleased to announce that the South Transfer Station, located at 130 S. Kenyon Street, will reopen to the public on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, following a temporary closure for critical safety upgrades. The project included the replacement of over 35,000 square feet of tipping floor, ensuring continued safe and efficient…

Gavin Butlerin Singapore andPhanindra DayalBBC Nepali in KathmanduGetty ImagesViolence has spiralled across Nepal amid anti-corruption protestsNepal’s army has deployed patrols on the streets of Kathmandu, as the Himalayan nation reels from the worst unrest it has seen in decades.Fierce protests against corruption and nepotism spiralled further on Tuesday into arson and violence. The prime minister resigned as politicians’ homes were vandalised, government buildings were set ablaze and parliament was stormed and torched.But the “Gen Z” groups spearheading the protests have distanced themselves from the destruction, saying the movement has been “hijacked by “opportunist” infiltrators.On Wednesday the streets of the capital…

Poland shot down drones that entered its airspace during a widespread Russian attack in western Ukraine on Wednesday, with the NATO member calling the incursion “an act of aggression.” Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that he was in “constant contact” with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Tusk has called for an emergency meeting of the council of ministers at 8 a.m., a government spokesman said. Poland’s military command said drones repeatedly violated Polish airspace during the Russian attack across the border, in western Ukraine, but that operations against these violations had now concluded. General Wieslaw Kukula, chief of the…

Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang weighs in on President Donald Trump holding off on China sanctions over purchases of Russian oil and the Chinese economy slowing sharply in July. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the U.S. and India are “close friends and natural partners” while expressing his confidence that future trade negotiations could unlock “limitless potential.” In a post on X early Wednesday, Modi said both countries are working to settle trade discussions “at the earliest.” He added that he was looking forward to talks with President Donald Trump.  “We will work together to secure a brighter, more…

The iPhone Air looks great with its sleek, thin new shape, but you may not want to choose this phone as your daily driver just yet. The new device announced at Apple’s hardware event on Tuesday is thinner and lighter than other models, at 5.6 mm with a 6.5-inch display. But for the time being, it’s also less capable in some areas than the base model iPhone 17, which could deter potential buyers. For instance, the Air’s battery lasts up to 27 hours, while the iPhone 17 lasts up to 30. It also lacks the iPhone 17’s ultrawide camera and…

We’ve heard tonight from multiple West Seattle High School students about an announcement that apparently affects most Seattle Public Schools high schools: Starting next Monday, less than two weeks into the new school year, high-school lunchtime will be split into two. Here’s a screenshot of the announcement sent to WSHS families. One WSHS student, Lemuel Turpaud, asked us to publish this message about it: I am a member of West Seattle High School, their ASB, and many clubs, and I have an important message to share to the community. Seattle Public Schools will be requiring all high schools in the…

GLOBAL SUDUM FLOTILLAGlobal Sumud Flotilla shared footage of the alleged strike on InstagramOne of the Gaza-bound vessels carrying aid and pro-Palestinian activists including Greta Thunberg was struck by a drone, the flotilla organisers have claimed.Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) posted footage on Instagram that appeared to show the Portuguese-flagged vessel being hit by an object, and said all six passengers and crew were safe after the incident outside the Tunisian port of Sidi Bou Said.Tunisian authorities quoted by Reuters said reports a drone was involved “had no basis in truth”, adding an initial inspection indicated the explosion originated inside the vessel.The…

Quadruple murderer Bryan Kohberger snapped several disturbing selfies – including him flexing shirtless with an apparent wound on one of his hands – days after killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022. Newly released photos obtained by NewsNation on Tuesday recorded a sliver of the convicted killer’s actions before he was arrested for the gruesome murders of Xana Kernoodle, Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen and Ethan Chapin. Kohberger gave a two-finger salute on the top of his forehead as his collarbones protruded from his shoulders, according to photos from the Latah County Sheriff’s Office, obtained by the outlet. Bryan Kohberger…

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick discusses President Donald Trump’s potential trade agreement with China and Apple’s new $100 billion investment in the U.S. on ‘Mornings with Maria.’ FIRST ON FOX: More than 30 conservative organizations sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday rejecting the Trump administration’s reported plan to impose a new patent tax.  Americans for Tax Reform, Conservatives for Property Rights and the National Taxpayers Union are among the conservative watchdogs and policy groups leading the coalition against the “unprecedented change being considered for the U.S. patent system.”According to The Wall Street Journal, Lutnick has discussed…