So, Microsoft is making some big changes to how games are made for Xbox. They just released a new toolkit that makes developing for Xbox more like developing for Windows. This means that games will work more smoothly across different devices, like your TV, laptop, or even a handheld gaming device. One of the biggest changes is that there's now one control system for...
Microsoft Loop is a tool designed for teamwork, but solo creators are finding it incredibly useful for managing their own projects. It offers a variety of features like pages, tables, lists, and document hierarchy, making it a versatile tool for organizing work. One of the standout features is its simplicity. Tables are easy to create and can include properties like...
A plane crash in Coral Springs took the lives of a father and daughter who were on a mission to help others. Alexander Wurm, 53, and his 22-year-old daughter Serena, were carrying supplies to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa. They were part of a Christian ministry called Ignite the Fire, which does work across the Caribbean. The group said Alexander was known for his ...
Managing money can feel like a puzzle. There are apps to help, but picking the right one is key. YNAB, or You Need A Budget, is a top choice for those who want to plan every dollar. It's like having a financial coach in your pocket. The app teaches you to assign jobs to your money, making spending decisions easier. It costs $15 a month or $109 a year, but the free tr...
In the quiet town of Wittmann, life is simple and peaceful. People enjoy the calm desert mornings and the close-knit community. But this tranquility is at risk. A massive rail project, proposed by BNSF Railway, could change everything. The project, called Logistics Park Phoenix, is a $3. 2 billion plan. It would cover 4, 320 acres and bring big changes to the area. ...
Goldman Sachs, a major player in the financial world, is making a bold move into the sports industry. They've just bought a big chunk of Excel Sports Management, the agency behind stars like Tiger Woods and Caitlin Clark. This deal is worth almost $1 billion, showing just how serious Goldman is about this new venture. The bank's private equity arm is leading the cha...
Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in how student performance is measured, not necessarily a decline in act...
The latest installment in the "Now You See Me" series, "Now You See Me: Now You Don't, " brings a new twist to the magic-heist genre. This time, the Four Horsemen team up with a trio of young, socially conscious magicians to pull off a daring heist. Their target? The Heart Diamond, a massive gem owned by the ruthless Veronika van der Berg. The film opens with a 10-ye...
The BBC, a beloved British institution, is facing serious challenges. Critics say it's biased, and even the U. S. President Donald Trump is threatening to sue. The issue started with a documentary that edited Trump's speech in a way that made it seem like he was calling for violence. The BBC admitted this was a mistake and apologized. But the damage is done, and peop...
In a recent appearance on Fox News, former President Donald Trump shared his views on the state of the U. S. economy. He dismissed negative economic news as politically motivated, suggesting that it's a "con job by the Democrats. " Trump argued that major news networks are fed negative economic messages by Democrats, which are then repeated by anchors. Trump claimed...