Microsoft's Azure cloud services have been fully restored after a widespread outage caused by a configuration error in Azure Front Door. The disruption impacted millions of users across critical platforms like Microsoft 365 and Outlook for several hours. Despite the incident, Microsoft reported strong Q3 earnings, highlighting resilience and continued growth.
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The 88th Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, from January 16 to February 1, 2026, boasts its youngest-ever lineup with an average age of 23. Featuring four top-10 and ten top-30 players, the event promises a dynamic battle for the title. This prestigious tournament continues to solidify Wijk aan Zee as a global chess hub.
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Young actor aspirants were held hostage at a Mumbai studio by a self-proclaimed filmmaker demanding to speak to certain individuals. Police successfully stormed the studio, rescuing 19 hostages, including 17 children, and apprehending the suspect. The motive is believed to be work-related dues, with the suspect appearing mentally unstable.
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