See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at ESPN Watch the FA Cup in the US from $12 per month ESPN Plus See at ESPN See more details See at ITV Watch the FA Cup final in the UK for free ITV See at ITV See more details See at SN Now Watch the FA Cup in Canada for CA$15 a month Sportsnet See at SN Now See more details See at Optus Watch the FA Cup in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Liverpool will look to maintain their quest for an unprecedented quadruple on Saturday, as they get their FA Cup campaign underway at Anfield against fourth-tier outfit Accrington Stanley.Currently sitting pretty at the top of the English Premier League and still very much in contention in both the UEFA Champions League and EFL Cup, Arne Slot's men will be hoping to win a tournament that they last won back in 2022.They face an Accrington side that are a mere 86 places places below their hosts in the English football league system, with the visitors currently struggling in 19th position in EFL League Two.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game live, wherever you are in the world. Shaun Whalley is Accrington Stanley's top scorer and a lifelong Liverpool supporter. MI News/NurPhoto/Getty ImagesLiverpool vs. Accrington Stanley: When and where?Liverpool take on Accrington Stanley in this FA Cup third-round match at Anfield onFriday, Jan. 10. Kickoff is set for 12:15 p.m. GMT local time in the UK, which is7:15 a.m. ET or 4:15 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, and11:15 p.m. AEDT in Australia. How to watch the Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley game online from anywhere using a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 25% speed loss in 2024 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream the Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley game in the USThis clash is streaming exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. Kickoff is at 7:15 a.m. ET on Saturday for viewers in the States. ESPN's standalone streaming service costs $12 a month or $120 for an annual subscription. With it, you'll be able to watch all of this season's FA Cup fixtures.Read our ESPN Plus review. See at ESPN Can I livestream the Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley game in the UK?The great news for footy fans in the UK is that free-to-air broadcasters the BBC and ITV are once again sharing live duties for this season's FA Cup, with this game being shown on ITV.Coverage begins on ITV1 at 11:30 a.m. GMT ahead of the 12:15 p.m. kickoff. ITV As the match is being broadcast on ITV1, that means you'll also have the option of watching the game online for free via the network's on-demand streaming service, ITVX.The service has an updated app that's available for Android and Apple mobile devices, as well as a vast array of smart TVs. See at ITV Livestream Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley in CanadaCanadian soccer fans looking to watch this FA Cup fixture can watch all the action live via Sportsnet. Sportsnet is available via most cable operators, but cord-cutters can subscribe to the network's standalone streaming service Sportsnet Plus instead, with prices starting at CA$25 per month or CA$200 per year. See at SN Now Livestream the Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley game in AustraliaFootball fans Down Under can watch FA Cup matches live on streaming service Optus Sport. Optus With exclusive rights to stream select FA Cup and all Premier League matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 a month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the FA Cup using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming FA Cup matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.

Our Picks Best LED outdoor string lights Enbrighten classic LED cafe lights View details $60 at Amazon View details Best smart outdoor string lights Nanoleaf Outdoor String Lights View details $120 at Best Buy View details Best solar-powered outdoor string lights Hampton Bay Outdoor 10-socket solar string lights View details $60 at The Home Depot View details Best value for outdoor string lights Magitec Shatterproof outdoor string lights (commercial grade with 15 sockets) View details $70 at Amazon View details Best value smart outdoor string lights Govee RGBIC Smart Outdoor String Lights View details $24 at Amazon View details Best outdoor string lights for camping Anpro Solar Camping String Lights View details $30 at Walmart View details Best outdoor string lights for brightness Brightech ambience pro LED string lights View details $45 at Amazon View details Best color-changing outdoor string lights Patriot Lighting 18-light color-changing outdoor string lights (Update: currently unavailable) View details $47 at Menards View details Table of Contents No matter the season, we can all agree that there's nothing better than an outdoor area that looks magical. There are many ways to do that, but you can't go wrong with a selection of outdoor string lights. They not only brighten up the area but also add a cozy vibe to your outdoor space. From small patios to large party-sized yards, outdoor string lights let you showcase your style while highlighting the best features of your garden or outdoor space.If you aren't in the know, you might not be aware that outdoor electric lights come in all kinds of fun shapes and sizes, from smart lights to those trendy Edison-style bulbs. In this handy little guide, we'll check out the best outdoor string lights you can find -- all tested by CNET experts.Of course, if you're not 100% on the string lights train, there are other ways to spruce up your outdoor area with additional light sources. Consider getting a fire pit or a patio heater, particularly if you're more concerned about staying warm on those cooler nights.What are the best outdoor string lights overall?Out of all the options we tested, our favorite outdoor string light is the Enbrighten classic LED cafe light. The bulbs themselves feel robust and when bought on at a discount, these bulbs offer great value.But if you're looking for something else, as we hinted earlier, our list includes both smart and traditional string light options -- including solar powered lights. While most non-smart string lights are going to offer a single color and require you to manually power them on, if you like the look of a "dumb" outdoor string light don't forget you can always plug it into a smart outlet or plug. This will let you schedule times for the lights to turn on and allow you to shut them down from your phone or voice with a smart speaker.Best outdoor string lights of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 $60 at Amazon Pros Heavy duty Quality brightness Cons Pricey Power source Plug-in ACLight source LEDOutput color(s) Warm white (2700K)Smart light No $60 at Amazon This set has the most attractive bulb of the bunch, in my opinion. The bulbs feel heavier duty than the other options because, rather than being a thin clear plastic shell of a bulb, they're partially filled in to create a visual with inset air bubbles. This added to the look and the feel of the light set and immediately made me feel like they were of superior quality when compared to most of the other units.Enbrighten also ended up with the third brightest light output per bulb, according to our testing. They were initially the most expensive set I picked up, but they often drop to $30 on Amazon, making them a great value for someone looking for great quality.The Amazon page lists several models, including smart plugs and dimmers. Enbrighten says these lights have a linkable length of up to 750 feet (about 20 strands total) and a warm, soft light output at 2,700K.

Meta is just one tech company that has moved quickly to build ties with Trump and his incoming administration, recently appointing Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White (a close friend of Trumps) to its board. Zuckerberg also met with Trump over Thanksgiving in November after which he set out to implement the changes announced this week.I have a much greater command now of what I think the policy should be, and this is how its going to be going forward, Zuckerberg told podcaster Joe Rogan in an interview that aired on Friday.

Image: NintendoIf you pre-ordered Metroid Prime 4 on Amazon multiple years ago, you might want to check the status of your order.Amazon customers have been receiving emails recently, confirming the cancellation of this item "due to a lack of availability" and providing refunds. A user on the Metroid subreddit, who ordered the title in 2017 (alongside the original announcement), shared the message they received:Metroid Prime 4 - Nintendo Switch, Sold by Amazon.com Services, IncHello, due to a lack of availability, we will not be able to obtain the following item from your order. We've canceled the item and apologize for the inconvenience. If you see a charge for the canceled item, we will refund you within 1-2 business days. If you are still interested in purchasing this item, it may be available from other sellers. Please visit the detail page for this item.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube791kWatch on YouTube Fortunately, there are no real concerns here about the state of the game or development - as it seems Amazon is only cancelling original orders. In other words, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond purchases shouldn't be a problem going forward.In an update during a Nintendo Direct last June, it was confirmed the game would be called Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and announced it would launch on the Switch in 2025. FINALLY!Have you received one of those emails by any chance? Have you pre-ordered Metroid Prime 4 yet? Let us know.Related GamesSee AlsoShare:01 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNintendo Highlights Multiple Switch Games Launching In 2025It's going to be an action-packed yearSwitch's First 'Rebootless Update' Of 2025 Is Now Live, Here Are The DetailsFollowing Version 19.0.1's rollout last OctoberBest Nintendo Switch RPGsThe finest traditional-style Switch RPGs available to humanityRandom: Let's Be Thankful The 'Switch 2' Won't Be As Big As Acer's Ridiculous New HandheldC'mon, what is that?Talking Point: Everyone Else Is Busy Revealing Switch 2 - What Gives, Nintendo?It's the notes you don't play

Vincent Premel, Concert in the Forest. All images the photographers, courtesy of Wildlife Photographer of the Year, shared with permissionHelp Choose the Winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Peoples Choice AwardJanuary 10, 2025NaturePhotographyGrace EbertThe Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest received nearly 60,000 from 117 countries for its 2024 competition, an immense pool from which judges choose just 100 finalists. To bring the public into the selection process, the Natural History Museum, which develops and produces the annual event, has launched the Peoples Choice Award.Twenty-five stunning images are eligible for votes and capture a wide range of biological happenings around the globe. In Botswana, David Northall came upon an overly tenacious honey badger determined to snack on a porcupine despite the spiny creatures pointed attack. And in Bhigwan, India, Arvind Ramamurthy stumbled upon five wolvesa species with dwindling numbers given human encroachmentplaying in a lush meadow.The contest is open through January 29, so check out all 25 photos and cast your vote on the museums website.David Northall, SpikedPiotr Naskrecki, Snuffling SengiNora Milligan, Curious Connection Ian Wood, No AccessFrancisco Negroni, Earth and SkyArvind Ramamurthy, Wolf Pack Bence Mt, Annoying NeighbourNoam Kortler, Drifting DinnerWillie Burger van Schalkwyk, The Brave GeckoNext article

The Los Angeles area wildfires are producing large amount of smoke as can be seen on January 10, ... [+] 2025 in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood. (Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)Getty ImagesAs wildfires continue to rage in the Los Angeles area, it should be obvious that the flames themselves are major threats, leaving devastation in their trails. So is the intense heat generated. But remember, where theres fire, theres smoke, which may be a reversal of the standard proverb but is highly relevant here. The wildfires are creating large amounts of smoke that are themselves major threats. And these huge billows of wildfire smoke will remain huge problems for a while and could end up traveling huge distances from the flames.Wildfire Smoke Contains Particulate MatterThats because wildfire smoke can have all sorts of harmful stuff in them. Any kind of smoke contains particulate matter, which is a more cultured way of saying bits and pieces of stuff floating in the air. This particulate matter can range from clearly visible chunks of junk floating in the air to smaller and smaller particles.Now particulate matter is clearly a situation where size does matter as the smaller the particles the more likely they are to get into your respiratory tract and potentially down to your lungs. Particularly concerning are the fine inhalable particles or PM2.5 which are particles that are 2.5 micrometers or smaller. These particles certainly arent fine for your health because they are tiny enough to get into the smallest airways of your lungs to cause irritation and damage. This can be taxing on not only your lungs but also your cardiovascular system. Thats why inhaling such particles can not only cause breathing problems, trigger asthma attacks or exacerbate existing lung problems, it can also increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke, especially in those with other risk factors for such medical problems.The other more than tiny problem with these fine inhalable particles is that they can be too small to see. So what appears to be clear air can actually be packed with PM2.5 stuff. Therefore, dont rely on just your eyes to determine how clear the air really is.Speaking of eyes, particulate matter can get in your eyes as well, leading to significant irritation. Therefore, if you find your eyes burning and tearing up, theres a decent change that the air around you is polluted with particulate matter.MORE FOR YOUWildfire Smoke Can Contain Toxic GasesBurnt material can continue to emit toxic fumes and particulate matter long after the flames have ... [+] gone down. Seen here are burnt structures at Topanga Beach during the Palisades wildfire in Topanga, Los Angeles, California, United States on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images)Anadolu via Getty ImagesThe other dangerous components of wildfire smoke are the various toxic gases that result from the burning of plants, other organic material, rubber, and who knows what else may be on the grounds of the Los Angeles area. Naturally, the closer you are to the flames the greater the concentration of such gases. Even after the flames are long gone though, charred debris can continue to emit toxic fumes and spray particulate matter into the air.The health effects of toxic fumes depend on the specific types of chemicals in those fumes. But the potential impact can range from skin, eye or respiratory tract irritation to cancer.Stay Indoors With Wildfire Smoke OutsideIf you are around the Los Angeles area right now, its best to stay indoors as much as possible and limit your time outdoors. Again, dont trust your eyes to determine how clear the air may be. Keep your windows and doors closed. Seal any other opening that may allow wildfire smoke to seep into your living quarters or consider using thick wet cloths to block such openings.Naturally, you dont want to stay inside your house if it is on fire. Therefore, staying indoors doesnt mean remaining oblivious as to what is happening outside. Keep track of where the wildfires and smoke are traveling through the news or tracking websites and apps. Also, pay attention to whats happening right outside where you live.Air Purifiers With HEPA Filters Can Protect Against Wildfire SmokeIf possible use air purifiers that have high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to keep the indoor air around you clean. In theory, such filters are supposed to remove at least 99.97% of the particles that are 0.3 microns (m) in size from the air. This includes dust, pollen, mold, bacteria and, yes, fine particulate matter. Pay attention to the HEPA filters Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) rating, which represents the filter's ability to capture particles between 0.3 and 10 microns (m) in size. The higher MERV rating the better that filter is at trapping such sized particles. Also, clean and replace the filter regularly. As Maroon 5 sang, nothing lasts forever.Avoid Strenuous Physical Activity While Outdoors With Wildfire SmokeThis is not the time to start training for the marathon outside. More vigorous physical activity will increase your breathing rate and, thus, the amount of stuff in the air that you inhale. This doesnt mean completely stop exercising, because exercise is good for you. Just try to do it indoors in locations that have clean filtered air.N95 Or P100 Face Masks Can Protect You Against Wildfire SmokeUnfortunately, some politicians have politicized the heck out of face masks as I have written previously for Forbes. But the bottom line is face masks like N95 and P100 respirators are specially designed to filter very small particles out of the air so that you dont inhale them. In other words, such face masks work.Now, this doesnt mean just any face mask will work. A bandana, surgical mask or Deadpool mask wont do a whole lot. When it comes to choosing the right face mask, its important to know not only your alphabet but also your numbers. Look first for the letter that tells you the class of the respirator:N stands for Non-Oil meaning that the respirator is not resistant to oil.R stands for Resistant to Oil for 8 hoursP means that the respirator is oil proofUnless you are planning on seasoning your face mask with olive oil or something like that, you probably do not need to choose a P or R face mask over an N one. Thats assuming that you wont be in an area with lots of oily fumes.So as long as you have one of these lettered respirators, the next thing to check for the number right after it. The number stands for the respirators efficiency at filtering out particles that are 0.3 microns or larger. So, a N95 mask can filter 95 percent of such particles. A mask with a name that ends with a 99 would be 99 percent efficient. A P100 respirator is not 100 efficient because nothing is 100 percent in life. But such a mask does get close with a 99.97 percent efficiency.Now, its not enough to simply see N95 or P100 on the face mask or its packaging. There are lots of face masks out there falsely advertised as such. Look for masks that have been tested and approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The face mask and packaging should have the word NIOSH along with either N95 or P100 printed on them. If it says something else like NASH, KIBOSH or KNISH, dont trust the N95 or P100 rating. A Knish mask could be something totally different.Face masks with NIOSH-approved N95 or P100 ratings are composed of interlacing propylene fibers that make it physically difficult for small particles to get past. Additionally, these fibers are imbued with electrostatic charges that will cause such particles to stick to the fibers.Also, youve got to wear the N95 or P100 respirator properly for it to really protect you. Forming a tight seal around your mouth and nose is key. The respirator should have two straps that go around your head and hold your mask tightly to your face. Masks that have ear loops instead will not form tight enough seals. Also, dont wear such face masks as you would a pair of Hailey Bieber Trouser Pants or skinny jeans. It has to be the appropriate size that will fit over your nose and under your chin without bunching up in any way so that the edges lift off your face.Try to replace your N95 or P100 face masks frequently. They lose effectiveness over use and time for three reasons. One reason is the loss of electrostatic charge. Another is that bending and distorting the face mask may separate the lattices of fibers. A third reason is that dirt and oil can degrade the face mask, especially if it is not oil resistant. And regardless of what you may think about yourself, you are a very oily person. Simply touching the face mask with your hands will leave oil on the mask.Check Air Quality Reports Each Day To Follow The Wildfire SmokeThis aerial photo shows smoke hovering over smoldering rubble left by the Palisades Fire in the ... [+] Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, on January 10, 2025. (Photo by DAVID SWANSON/AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty ImagesFinally, remember what happened to the smoke generated by the wildfires in Central Canada in 2023. They spread all the way across the Northeast U.S., as I reported for Forbes at the time. Yep, wildfire smoke can and will travel. And such smoke can linger for a while. The resulting path and distance all depends on how much smoke is generated and what the winds and weather end up doing.Therefore, regardless of where you live in the U.S., its a good idea to keep monitoring the air quality indices around you. Again, while theres always going to be smoke with fire, in the case of wildfire smoke, there can be smoke without the fire.

Mini CrosswordNYTIn case you missed Fridays NYT Mini, you can find the answers here:The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays.Unlike its larger sibling, the NYT Mini crossword is free to play on the New York Times website or NYT Games app. However, youll need an NYT Games subscription to access previous puzzles in the archives.The NYT Mini is a fun daily distraction that usually takes no time at all. I try to beat the standard weekday grid in less than a minute. But sometimes I can't quite figure out one or two clues and need to reveal the answer.To help you avoid doing that, here are the NYT Mini Crossword answers (spoilers lie ahead, of course):MORE FOR YOUNYT Mini Crossword Clues And AnswersACROSS1) Streak of lightning - BOLT5) Flowers with "tiger" and "trumpet" varieties - LILIES7) Surface to stretch on - YOGAMAT8) Condition treated with exposure and response prevention therapy, for short - OCD9) "Rocks," to a bartender - ICE10) "Wait, seriously?!" - WHATTHE12) Actress with a record number of Oscar nominations (21) - STREEP13) Assists - AIDSDOWN1) Information sets used in machine learning and predictive analytics, collectively - BIGDATA2) Portuguese greeting - OLA3) Not infinite - LIMITED4) Shows the ropes to - TEACHES5) Scottish bodies of water - LOCHS6) Like some prices and roller coaster drops - STEEP7) "That really hurts!" - YOW11) Prefix with -ceratops - TRINYT MiniNYTWhat a puzzle today, really large for the mini and a lot of tougher ones like Yow and What the as you just...wouldnt really place those in a normal puzzle clue situation. I thought Lilies were Orchids for a minute which messed everything up. Tiger Orchids are a thing right? I knew Meryl Streep, of course, but yeah, this was a pretty hard one all things considered.Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.

Microsoft 365 is a cloud-based software suite with programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Microsoft 365 was formerly called Microsoft Office, and used to be a one-time purchase.Microsoft 365 has a variety of subscriptions with different costs, but there are also free versions.If you have, at any time in the past few years, worked in an office, gone to school, or generally been alive, you have probably used myriad Microsoft 365 products. And the same is true, relatively speaking, even going back several decades.That's because Microsoft 365 is a 2010 rebranding of Microsoft Office, the suite of software that included venerable programs like Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint, among others.Whereas you used to access that software via the Windows operating system, today Microsoft 365 is a cloud-based service accessed remotely via a paid subscription.What programs does Microsoft 365 feature?Microsoft 365 goes well beyond the basic word processing, spreadsheet-making, and presentation designer software that has been around since the 20th century.Along with the aforementioned programs, 365 also features OneDrive, a cloud storage service for keeping files secure, Teams, which is a collaboration software that allows for video meetings, live chat, file sharing, and more, Skype, the video call platform, and Outlook, which is Microsoft's email service.How much does Microsoft 365 cost?There are different plans at different rates. You can pay $9.99 per month for a Microsoft 365 family plan which allows up to six users to share one account, with that price adding up to $119.88. Or, you can pay $99.99 one time to save on a year-long subscription.A one-person Microsoft 365 Personal plan costs $6.99 per month, which is $83.88, or you can pay once and get a year for $69.99.Can you get Microsoft 365 for free?Microsoft 365 is available for free in a few ways, though most have some limitations. There is a free version of Microsoft 365 that can be used in a web browser. Users must sign up for a Microsoft account with an existing or new email address to access Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and so forth.You can also get a free download of the Microsoft 365 Access Runtime files, but this is available only in downgraded 32-bit and 64-bit versions.Students and teachers can get Microsoft Office 365 Education for free with a valid school email address, and all users can sign up for a one-month free trial of a Microsoft 365 subscription. Just make sure to cancel ahead of the next billing cycle.How to cancel Microsoft 365?Canceling Microsoft 365 takes just a few steps:Sign in to the Microsoft account you used to purchase Microsoft 365, select Services & subscriptions from the dashboard, and click Manage to cancel or modify the Microsoft 365 subscription. You can cancel or upgrade your Microsoft 365 subscription from the "Services & subscriptions" section of your Microsoft account. Michelle Mark/Business Insider Select Cancel subscription (it might say Upgrade or Cancel).Review the additional information on the page, and at the bottom select I don't want my subscription, then confirm the cancellation.What's the difference between Microsoft 365 and Office Suite?The real differences are the pay model and the way you access the software. The classic Office Suite was a one-time purchase that gave you programs (Word and Excel, e.g.) that you could use offline any time you wanted.Microsoft 365 is a subscription-based service that you primarily use online (you can use 365 programs offline, but the saving may not be reliable) and that you will pay for each month or once a year.

By Todd Feathers Published January 10, 2025 | Comments (1) | Elon Musk, left, and Sam Altman, center, during the "What Will They Think of Next? Talking About Innovation" event at the Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts on October 6, 2015 in San Francisco, California. Mike Windle/Getty Images for Vanity Fair Federal antitrust regulators on Friday added weight to portions of Elon Musks lawsuit seeking to prevent OpenAI from restructuring itself into a fully for-profit company.In a brief filed with a federal court in California, attorneys for the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justices antitrust division did not directly support Musks claims that OpenAI and Microsoft have colluded in an anticompetitive de-facto merger, but they did urge the court to be skeptical about one of the defenses made by OpenAIs legal team. OpenAI began as a non-profit, funded in part by Musk, and then converted itself into a for-profit company controlled by a non-profit board of directors. It is now planning to completely separate from that non-profit board and become a public benefit corporation, allowing it to be fiduciarily responsible to investors rather than beholden to a charitable mission.A key contributor to OpenAIs growth and the pressure for it to become a profitable business has been the more than $13 billion in investments and other support its received from Microsoft, a publicly traded company that competes in the AI market. Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn, is a member of Microsofts board and was a member of OpenAIs board until March 2023. A top Microsoft executive, Dee Templeton, was a non-voting member of OpenAIs board from November 2023 until July 2024.Musk has argued that the Microsoft representatives positions on the OpenAI board violated federal antitrust laws that prohibit someone from serving on the governing board of competing companies, which is known as an interlocking directorate. OpenAI has responded by saying the argument is moot because neither Hoffman nor Templeton are members of OpenAIs board anymore. The FTC and DOJ lawyers, however, wrote that ending an interlocking directorate, e.g., by having a person resign from a corporate board, is not sufficient, on its own, to moot a claim under Section 8 of the Clayton Act. In resolving this matter, the Court should avoid holding otherwise. The federal agencies did not weigh in on Musks many other allegations, including that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman misled him and conspired with Microsoft to convince investors not to fund Musks own AI startup, xAI.While the lawsuit has often taken the tone of a soap opera feud between billionaires, the FTC and DOJ filing is another sign that regulators have a close eye on OpenAIs transition plans. Delawares attorney general has filed a brief in the case and said she will take action if she believes OpenAI is violating the law and Meta has asked the California attorney generals office to block OpenAIs restructuring.Daily NewsletterYou May Also Like By Thomas Maxwell Published January 10, 2025 By Thomas Maxwell Published January 10, 2025 By Matt Novak Published January 9, 2025 By Lucas Ropek Published January 9, 2025 By Matthew Gault Published January 9, 2025 By Lucas Ropek Published January 8, 2025

Jan 11., 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.