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Microsoft is preparing to release a private preview of Windows changes that will move antivirus and endpoint detection and response apps out of the Windows kernel, nearly a year after a faulty CrowdStrike update crashed 8.5 million Windows-based machines worldwide. The new Windows endpoint security platform is being developed in cooperation with CrowdStrike, Bitdefender, ESET, Trend Micro, and other security vendors. David Weston, Microsoft's vice president of enterprise and OS security, said dozens of partners have submitted papers detailing design requirements, some hundreds of pages long. The private preview will allow security vendors to request changes before the platform is finalized.

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You may think that we've moved past prejudices based on people's sexuality. But, sadly, I've lost track of the number of biphobic comments I've heard over the years.

The Rocket Man singer, 78, owns an apartment in Giudecca in Venice, just a short boat ride away from the Bezos wedding events across the cities.

Last week I joined 120 others touched by the disease on a 100km trek across the Isle of Skye to raise money for the charity CoppaFeel.

22 years on from the last spec, you can now animate your PNGs

The free graphics format that people actually know how to pronounce has been updated.…

The CBS Mornings host, 70, is one of hundreds of celebrity guests expected at the extravagant nuptials.

The inmate was restrained by the officer and later died

Ministers are reported to be on the cusp of announcing a deal with president Emmanuel Macron's government which would see France accept returns of Channel migrants for the first time.

John Belfield, 31, is accused of being the 'driving force' behind the brutal killing of Thomas Campbell, whose bloodied body was found in the hallway of his home bound in extra-strength duct tape.

Didier Dubreucq, 69, suffered from lung cancer and had to be hospitalized during the trial for the 2016 armed robbery.

The teacher - named as Zhanel Musken, 29 - hit and slapped the infants, pulled their hair, shook and pushed them, and roughly changed their clothes, it is alleged.

Donald Trump and Netanyahu agreed on a rapid end to the war in Gaza during a phone call after the US bombing of Iranian nuclear sites, Israeli media has reported.

A newly single Orlando Bloom enjoyed a boys lunch with pals Tom Brady and Scooter Braun at hotel Gritti Palace this afternoon.

The former TV presenter 60, launched his own health and wellbeing site three years ago after his impressive weight loss.

The Made In Chelsea star, 32, has impressed fans with his transformation in recent weeks, after getting in shape for his Soccer Aid matchball mission earlier this month.

Accenture is facing mounting challenges as AI threatens to disrupt the consulting industry the company helped build. The Dublin-based firm, which made its fortune advising clients on adapting to new technologies from the internet to cloud computing, now confronts the same predicament as generative AI reshapes business operations. The company's new generative AI contracts slowed to $100 million in the most recent quarter, down from $200 million per quarter last year. Technology partners including Microsoft and SAP are increasingly integrating AI directly into their offerings, allowing systems to work immediately without extensive consulting support. Newcomers like Palantir are embedding their own engineers with customers, enabling clients to bypass traditional consultants. Between 2015 and 2024, Accenture generated a 370% total return by helping companies navigate technological transitions. The firm reached a $250 billion valuation in February before losing $60 billion in market value. CEO Julie Sweet insists that the company is reorganizing around "reinvention services." A recent survey found 42% of companies abandoned most AI initiatives, up from 17% a year ago.

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by George Whittaker Introduction: A New Chapter for Ubuntu

Ubuntu 25.10, affectionately codenamed Questing Quokka, represents more than just the latest iteration of Canonical’s flagship Linux distribution. It marks a decisive step towards modernizing the foundation of Ubuntu by integrating Rust, a systems programming language renowned for its safety, performance, and modern design. This bold move signals Canonical’s commitment to security, reliability, and future-proofing its desktop and server operating systems.

The release of Questing Quokka aligns with a growing trend across the Linux ecosystem: embracing Rust as a key technology for building low-level components. But what does this mean for Ubuntu users and developers? Let’s explore the significance of this change, what tools are being rewritten or introduced in Rust, and how this positions Ubuntu for the future.

Why Rust? The Language of Safety and Speed The Need for Safer Code

For decades, core components of Linux distributions—including Ubuntu—have been written predominantly in C. While C offers unmatched control and performance, it also exposes developers to a range of memory-related errors: buffer overflows, use-after-free bugs, and data races, to name a few. These flaws are among the leading causes of vulnerabilities that compromise system security.

Rust was designed specifically to address these issues. It offers:

• Memory safety without garbage collection: Rust’s ownership model and borrow checker ensure that memory errors are caught at compile time.

• Fearless concurrency: Developers can write multithreaded code that’s safe by default.

• Modern tooling and ecosystem: A robust package manager (Cargo), modern build tooling, and vibrant community support.

Linux and Rust: A Growing Bond

Ubuntu is not alone in recognizing Rust’s advantages. The Linux kernel itself has started to accept Rust code, with drivers and modules being prototyped in Rust to enhance safety. Projects like GNOME, System76’s COSMIC desktop, and various networking utilities have already begun leveraging Rust.

By adopting Rust-based tools, Canonical is aligning Ubuntu with this broader movement—ushering in a future where critical system software is both fast and secure.

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'A wonderful addition to my summer wardrobe'

The event at Rayne Primary School aimed to inspire young minds.

A devoted stepfather admitted to “looking at pictures of children” as he was arrested in his Halstead home.