End of an Era: Microsoft Drops Support for WordPad in Upcoming Windows 11 Update
Microsoft has announced that WordPad, a basic word processor included in many versions of Windows since 1995, will no longer be supported in the next version of Windows 11, 24H2, and from the Windows Server 2025 platform. In September, Microsoft advised users to use Memo Pad for plain text documents and Microsoft Word for rich…
Be Beware of Dangerous Wild Plants in Israel: Expert Advice from Avivit Berkovich
In Israel, finding the wild garlic plant is not possible, but there are other species of garlic that can be found. Over the years, confusion between poisonous plants and edible plants has led to real danger. Avivit Berkovich, an expert in collecting wild plants for food and medicine, warns that misidentification of plants or improper…
Iranian Citizen Sentenced to 12 Years for Espionage in Azerbaijan: A Warning to Those Who Threaten National Security
In March of last year, an Iranian citizen named Mohammad Gaedi was arrested in Azerbaijan and charged with espionage. The National Security Service of Azerbaijan claims that Gaedi was collecting sensitive information on behalf of a foreign state’s special services, which posed a significant threat to the security of Azerbaijan and its law enforcement officers….
Ford’s Global Management Secures Future of Almussafes Factory in Valencia with Electric Vehicle Production
Ford’s global management has made a commitment to assign the Almussafes factory in Valencia with the production of a passenger vehicle to maintain sufficient workload while decisions about electrification are being made. The decision was seen positively and constructively by the union, UGT, which conveyed this information to the workers after a meeting with Ford’s…
Unlocking the Secrets of Smartphone Data Collection: The Pros and Cons of Privacy and Surveillance
Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, providing us with endless features and applications. However, one of the concerns surrounding their use is their significant influence on our daily routines. Smartphone applications can track user preferences and display targeted advertising based on this information, raising questions about privacy and data security. One of…
Navigating mortgage fees: the impact of Spain’s Eurbor on borrowers
The 12-month Eurbor, a commonly used indicator in Spain to calculate variable mortgages, is forecasted to close March with a slight increase of approximately 3.72%. This means that mortgage holders who review their loans annually will see a small increase in their fees, while those who review semi-annually will experience some relief. The Eurbor has…
From Cartels to Corporations: Robert Mazur’s Unique Journey Exposing Money Laundering in the Drug Trade
Robert Mazur, a former government agent, shares his unique experiences working on drug-money laundering cases. He went undercover for multiple agencies, including the US Drug Enforcement Administration, the Internal Revenue Service intelligence division, and the Customs Service. During Operation C-Chase, Mazur successfully infiltrated the infamous Medellín cartel by assuming the identity of a wealthy, mob-connected…
Mistaken Identity Leads to Miscarriage at Czech Hospital: Lessons Learned from the Incident
A mix-up occurred at Bulovka University Hospital in Prague, Czech Republic when an expectant mother underwent a routine check-up and was mistakenly scheduled for a curettage, a medical scraping of the uterus. Unfortunately, the procedure was carried out on another woman in a neighboring room. The error resulted in the expectant mother suffering a miscarriage….
Alma Media Streamlines Operations, Reduces Personnel Years by 10%
Alma Media’s centralized advertising sales and digital advertising development organization recently completed negotiations that resulted in the reduction of 28 personnel years. The majority of reductions were achieved through separation agreements, while eight people were able to find new roles due to changes in job descriptions. Initially, a maximum reduction of 38 person-years was announced…
Armenian Military Leadership Tours Baghramyan Training Camp, Emphasizes Cooperation with Military Industry
At the “Baghramyan” military training camp, operational gatherings took place with demonstrations of military equipment and combat shooting. The event was attended by Defense Minister Suren Papikyan and the leadership of the General Staff of the Armed Forces. According to the Ministry of Defense, units participating in the exercise practiced scenarios of transitioning from defensive…