Microsoft Teams’ Together Mode test lets just two people start a meeting
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Microsoft Teams’ Together Mode test lets just two people start a meeting

In the middle of pandemic lockdowns last year, Microsoft launched Together Mode for its Teams workplace messaging app in an effort to help attendees feel more connected. To use the mode, a meeting should have five participants at the very least, but it looks like the tech giant is looking to make it available even…

‘When They See Us’ Star Suzzanne Douglas Dies at 64

‘When They See Us’ Star Suzzanne Douglas Dies at 64

Suzzanne Douglas has sadly died at the age of 64. The actress, who is best known for her role in the WB series, The Parent ‘Hood, passed away on Tuesday (July 6), according to a family member’s Facebook. Via Essence, Suzzanne‘s cousin wrote about the heartbreaking news. No cause of death was revealed. “Suzzanne Douglas…

US Military Withdrawal From Afghanistan More Than 90 Percent Complete

US Military Withdrawal From Afghanistan More Than 90 Percent Complete

The U.S. military said on Tuesday that it completed approximately more than 90 percent of its withdrawal from Afghanistan. In a statement, U.S. Central Command said that United States had officially handed over seven facilities to the Afghan ministry of defense. The Pentagon said last Friday that a final withdrawal will be completed by the…

US Bans Air Travel to Belarus Over Arrest of Opposition Journalist

US Bans Air Travel to Belarus Over Arrest of Opposition Journalist

The United States formally banned air travel to Belarus on July 6 in response to the diversion of a flight a subsequent arrest by the regime in Minsk of an opposition journalist. The Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a final order (pdf) on Tuesday prohibiting U.S. and foreign air carriers from selling tickets to Belarus…

Universal’s films will make their TV debut on Peacock
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Universal’s films will make their TV debut on Peacock

Starting in 2022, Universal’s movies will be available on Peacock first instead of on HBO. That means the next Jurassic World and the new Halloween movie will make their TV debut on the streaming service also owned by its parent company Comcast. According to Variety and The Wall Street Journal, Universal’s films will appear exclusively…