Microsoft probes Windows 11 boot failures tied to January security updates
Some machines are failing to start after security updates, prompting yet another Microsoft investigation Microsoft is investigating reports that its January 2026 security updates are leaving some Windows 11 machines stuck in a boot loop, adding another entry to this month’s bumper post–Patch Tuesday borkage list.…, Read MoreContinue Reading
Marketing ‘genius’ destroyed a printer by trying to fix a paper jam
This story starts with the worst mistake of them all – loaning a tool Who, Me? Everyone makes mistakes, but only The Register celebrates them every week in “Who, Me?” – the reader-contributed column that shares your worst workplace moments then records how you bounced back.…, Read MoreContinue Reading
Housing costs are crippling many Americans. Here’s how the two parties propose to fix that
With housing costs so central to voters’ perceptions about the economy, both parties have put forward proposals in recent weeks targeting affordability., Read MoreContinue Reading
Sam Darnold was an NFL castoff. Now he’s in the Super Bowl.
The Seattle Seahawks were the fifth NFL team to give Sam Darnold a chance. Now he’s led them to a Super Bowl matchup against the New England Patriots., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Massive snowfall impacts millions | CTV National News for Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026
The massive snowfall has led to cancelled flights, traffic accidents, and more throughout Canada, PM Mark Carney has returned to Canada as the Liberals remain just two seats shy of a majority, a petition proposing Alberta separates from the rest of Canada is gaining momentum as some residents say theContinue Reading
After Decades of Deflection, ExxonMobil Moves to Reshape Global Climate Accounting
“Pollution is everybody’s business,” Imperial Oil, Exxon’s Canadian affiliate, wrote in a 1970 report , “because essentially all of it results from the activities of men working to satisfy the needs and desires of men.” Fast forward over a half century and Imperial’s old argument is taking a new form.Continue Reading
Alberta Separatism Would be Terrible for Indigenous Rights
Separation from Canada would be a disaster for Indigenous rights in Alberta and plunge the provincial economy into even greater uncertainty. Yet providing an easier path for Alberta separatists seems strangely to be a top priority of Premier Danielle Smith, regardless of the ensuing constitutional chaos. Bill 14 was hurriedContinue Reading
Sinner in Australian Open quarters; women’s holder Keys booted out
Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula, who ousted Keys, set up all-American women’s quarterfinal in Melbourne., Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula, the victor over Keys, set up all-American quarterfinal in Melbourne. Jannik Sinner has secured a place in the quarterfinals at the Australian Open in his campaign to defend his title,Continue Reading
Gold prices cross $5,100 for the first time amid geopolitical uncertainties
Spot gold price touches an all-time high of $5,110.50 for an ounce in the first hours of the day., Spot gold price touches an all-time high of $5,110.50 for an ounce in the first hours of the day. Gold prices have surged to a record high of more than $5,100Continue Reading
Health officials team with a soccer tournament for cervical cancer vaccination for African girls
For a young girl, losing the soccer final 5-0 meant little compared to the goals of a tournament held in Zimbabwe to promote trust in cervical cancer vaccination, Read MoreContinue Reading
Report: Nvidia cancels GPU MSRP program
Finding an in-demand graphics card at retail price—or at least the price originally announced by the manufacturer at launch—is hard. Sometimes it’s effectively impossible. And if you’re hunting for Nvidia cards, the MSRP might just be completely irrelevant soon, according to unverified reports from the GPU industry…Continue Reading
Japan to Allow Crypto ETFs by 2028 as Asia Competition Heats Up
Japan is set to legalize cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by 2src28, marking a major shift in Asia’s second-largest economy toward mainstream crypto adoption, according to a Nikkei report. With a proposed tax cut from 55% to 2src% and major asset managers preparing products, Japan is positioning itself as a late but potentially significant entrant inContinue Reading
Judge: Federal gov’t can’t destroy evidence related to shooting of Alex Pretti
A judge granted the Minnesota Attorney General’s request for a temporary restraining order asking the court to prevent federal officials from destroying any evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. Minnesota District Judge Eric Tostrud said in the order the defendants, including Department ofContinue Reading