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<p>After millions of users across the world were left unable to access Microsoft Corp services like Teams and Outlook, the company on Thursday said it was investigating the outage.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We're investigating issues impacting multiple Microsoft 365 services. More info can be found in the admin center under MO502273.</p>
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<p>While the company did not disclose how many people were affected by&nbsp;the outage&nbsp;across the world,&nbsp;Downdetector.com, a website which tracks outages like these showed more than 3,900 incidents of people reporting issues with Microsoft Teams in the country. The website gathers its data from a variety of sources, including user reports.</p>

<p>Users from many locations globally, including Cape Town in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Sri Lanka, Peru&nbsp;and Ukraine, also took to the website to report similar outages. Users also posted similar reports on Twitter.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/Outlook?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Outlook</a> is not working and facing maintenance issue. So are we supposed to go home? 😂<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Outlook?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Outlook</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Seems like a major outage at <a href="https://twitter.com/Microsoft?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Microsoft</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Office?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Office</a> !<br />
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Teams, Outlook - everything seems down!</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Looks like Microsoft has gone down. So there goes Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and even authentication to intranet services... There are a load of people in Redmond getting hauled out of bed right now <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/microsoft?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#microsoft</a></p>
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Outlook and Teams stopped working properly for me as well.<br />
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<p>During this interruption of services, most users were unable to exchange messages, make calls or use the other features available on the Teams application, said a Reuters report.</p>

<p>The app is globally used by schools, colleges and workplaces around the world. As per Reuters, it is an integral part of daily operations for more than 280 million people, who use it to "make calls, schedule meetings and organize their workflow."</p>

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After millions of users across the world were left unable to access Microsoft Corp services like Teams and Outlook, the company on Thursday said it was investigating the outage.

After millions of users across the world were left unable to access Microsoft Corp services like Teams and Outlook, the company on Thursday said it was investigating the outage. We're investigating issues impacting multiple Microsoft 365 services. More info can be found in the admin center under MO502273. — Microsoft 365 Status (@MSFT365Status) January 25, 2023 × While the company did not disclose how many people were affected by the outage across the world, Downdetector.com, a website which tracks outages like these showed more than 3,900 incidents of people reporting issues with Microsoft Teams in the country. The website gathers its data from a variety of sources, including user reports. Users from many locations globally, including Cape Town in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Sri Lanka, Peru and Ukraine, also took to the website to report similar outages. Users also posted similar reports on Twitter. @Outlook is not working and facing maintenance issue. So are we supposed to go home? 😂#Outlook — Vanessa D'souza (@Van_chester07) January 25, 2023 × Outlook is down for anyone ? — Fernweh✨ (@poorvi205) January 25, 2023 × Seems like a major outage at @Microsoft @Office ! Teams, Outlook - everything seems down! — Ankit Pandey (@AnkitPandey) January 25, 2023 × Looks like Microsoft has gone down. So there goes Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and even authentication to intranet services... There are a load of people in Redmond getting hauled out of bed right now #microsoft — 🆂🅺 🌻 (@SK_00001) January 25, 2023 × Is this a worldwide problem? 😅 Outlook and Teams stopped working properly for me as well. *googles* — Purrtato🥔🐱 (@BasementNyanko) January 25, 2023 × @Microsoft @MicrosoftIndia @satyanadella Microsoft Outlook and Teams application is not working in India. Please help to resolve the issue. #Microsoft #MicrosoftTeams — AKSHIT KHERA (@AKSHITKHERA) January 25, 2023 × During this interruption of services, most users were unable to exchange messages, make calls or use the other features available on the Teams application, said a Reuters report. The app is globally used by schools, colleges and workplaces around the world. As per Reuters, it is an integral part of daily operations for more than 280 million people, who use it to "make calls, schedule meetings and organize their workflow." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Launching a fresh legal battle against Google, the US justice department on Tuesday sued the search giant for its dominance of the online advertising market.</p>

<p>This is the second federal lawsuit filed by the DOJ against the tech giant over antitrust violations. It has been launched along with eight US states: New York, California, Rhode Island, Colorado, New Jersey, Tennessee, Connecticut and Virginia.</p>

<p>While the earlier case targeted Google's "world-dominating" search engine, this one targets the platform's advertising business.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Antitrust lawsuit slapped against Google, again! Tech giant's ad dominance under scanner</strong></p>

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<p>As per AFP, prosecutors have asked for the business to be broken up so as to level the playing field for other companies.</p>

<p>They claim that Google "now controls" both the buy and sell side of the online ad business. This, they say, means that the website creators earn less while advertisers pay more, "all while innovation is choked by the lack of rivals."</p>

<p>In 2021, Alphabet Inc's Google generated more than $200 billion in sales from its ad dealings.</p>

<p>The US in its lawsuit alleges that the revenue was unlawfully maintained by a monopoly that "corrupted legitimate competition in the ad tech industry."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/us-justice-department-to-sue-google-for-the-second-time-report-555359">US justice department to sue Google for the second time over market dominance: Report</a></strong></p>

<p>"Google has used anti-competitive, exclusionary, and unlawful means to eliminate or severely diminish any threat to its dominance over digital advertising technologies," claims the suit.</p>

<p>The DOJ case follows state lawsuits that have alleged that Google illegally dominates online search, advertising technology market, and mobile applications on Android phones.</p>

<p>The company, however, denied the monopoly and said its rivals include Amazon, Facebook-owner Meta and Microsoft.</p>

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<p>The AFP report cited a Google spokesperson who in an email said that the lawsuit "is doubling down on a flawed argument that would slow innovation, raise advertising fees, and make it harder for thousands of small businesses and publishers to grow."</p>

<p>As per the company, the lawsuit by the DOJ "attempts to pick winners and losers in the highly competitive advertising technology sector," the Google spokesperson said.</p>

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Launching a fresh legal battle against Google, the US justice department on Tuesday sued the search giant for its dominance of the online advertising market. This is the second federal lawsuit filed by the DOJ against the tech giant over antitrust violations.

Launching a fresh legal battle against Google, the US justice department on Tuesday sued the search giant for its dominance of the online advertising market. This is the second federal lawsuit filed by the DOJ against the tech giant over antitrust violations. It has been launched along with eight US states: New York, California, Rhode Island, Colorado, New Jersey, Tennessee, Connecticut and Virginia. While the earlier case targeted Google's "world-dominating" search engine, this one targets the platform's advertising business. Watch | Antitrust lawsuit slapped against Google, again! Tech giant's ad dominance under scanner As per AFP, prosecutors have asked for the business to be broken up so as to level the playing field for other companies. They claim that Google "now controls" both the buy and sell side of the online ad business. This, they say, means that the website creators earn less while advertisers pay more, "all while innovation is choked by the lack of rivals." In 2021, Alphabet Inc's Google generated more than $200 billion in sales from its ad dealings. The US in its lawsuit alleges that the revenue was unlawfully maintained by a monopoly that "corrupted legitimate competition in the ad tech industry." Also read | US justice department to sue Google for the second time over market dominance: Report "Google has used anti-competitive, exclusionary, and unlawful means to eliminate or severely diminish any threat to its dominance over digital advertising technologies," claims the suit. The DOJ case follows state lawsuits that have alleged that Google illegally dominates online search, advertising technology market, and mobile applications on Android phones. The company, however, denied the monopoly and said its rivals include Amazon, Facebook-owner Meta and Microsoft. Also read | Google to cooperate with India antitrust watchdog after Android ruling The AFP report cited a Google spokesperson who in an email said that the lawsuit "is doubling down on a flawed argument that would slow innovation, raise advertising fees, and make it harder for thousands of small businesses and publishers to grow." As per the company, the lawsuit by the DOJ "attempts to pick winners and losers in the highly competitive advertising technology sector," the Google spokesperson said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The World Health Organization on Monday called for “immediate and concerted action” towards contaminated medicines after&nbsp;children's deaths linked to cough syrups last year. The organisation said, “These contaminants are toxic chemicals used as industrial solvents and antifreeze agents that can be fatal even taken in small amounts, and should never be found in medicines.”</p>

<p>WHO said&nbsp;that in 2022, over 300 children under the age of five died of acute kidney injuries, associated with contaminated medicines in Uzbekistan, Indonesia and Gambia.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-cough-syrups-linked-to-uzbekistan-deaths-should-not-be-used-for-kids-says-who-551885"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Indian cough syrups linked to kids’ deaths in Uzbekistan should not be used, says WHO</strong></a></p>

<p>It told Reuters that the Philippines, Timor Leste, Senegal and Cambodia might also be affected because they still have the medicines on sale. It has also urged&nbsp;for action across its 194 member states to prevent deaths.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Since these are not isolated incidents, WHO calls on various key stakeholders engaged in the medical supply chain to take immediate and coordinated action.”</p>

<p>It said that the over-the-counter-cough syrups had high levels of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com//world/uzbekistan-four-arrested-over-indian-made-cough-syrup-deaths-550023"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Uzbekistan: Four arrested over Indian-made cough syrup deaths</strong></a></p>

<p>The WHO already sent specific product alerts in October 2022 and earlier this month, asking to remove these medicines made by India’s Maiden Pharmaceuticals and Marion biotech, which are linked to deaths in Gambia and Uzbekistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It also issued a warning last year for cough syrups made by four Indonesian manufacturers that were sold domestically. The manufacturers include PT Yarindo Farmatama, PT Universal Pharmaceutical, PT Konimex and PT AFI Pharma.</p>

<p>It urged the governments and regulators to assign resources to inspect manufacturers, increase market surveillance and take necessary actions.&nbsp;</p>

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The World Health Organization on Monday called for “immediate and concerted action” towards contaminated medicines after children's deaths linked to cough syrups last year.

The World Health Organization on Monday called for “immediate and concerted action” towards contaminated medicines after children's deaths linked to cough syrups last year. The organisation said, “These contaminants are toxic chemicals used as industrial solvents and antifreeze agents that can be fatal even taken in small amounts, and should never be found in medicines.” WHO said that in 2022, over 300 children under the age of five died of acute kidney injuries, associated with contaminated medicines in Uzbekistan, Indonesia and Gambia. Also read | Indian cough syrups linked to kids’ deaths in Uzbekistan should not be used, says WHO It told Reuters that the Philippines, Timor Leste, Senegal and Cambodia might also be affected because they still have the medicines on sale. It has also urged for action across its 194 member states to prevent deaths. “Since these are not isolated incidents, WHO calls on various key stakeholders engaged in the medical supply chain to take immediate and coordinated action.” It said that the over-the-counter-cough syrups had high levels of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol. Also read | Uzbekistan: Four arrested over Indian-made cough syrup deaths The WHO already sent specific product alerts in October 2022 and earlier this month, asking to remove these medicines made by India’s Maiden Pharmaceuticals and Marion biotech, which are linked to deaths in Gambia and Uzbekistan. It also issued a warning last year for cough syrups made by four Indonesian manufacturers that were sold domestically. The manufacturers include PT Yarindo Farmatama, PT Universal Pharmaceutical, PT Konimex and PT AFI Pharma. It urged the governments and regulators to assign resources to inspect manufacturers, increase market surveillance and take necessary actions. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>In yet another shooting in the United States, a 21-year-old man opened fire at people in a gas station convenience store in the capital Washington, killing three, only to later shoot himself dead.</p>

<p>The incident took place in Yakima, Washington. In what is being described as a "random situation" by the police, local man Jarid Haddock shot and killed three people in and around the convenience store.</p>

<p>As per an Albany Herald report, Haddock pulled into the ARCO/ampm gas station and "tried to get into the lobby," but was unable to,&nbsp;due to locked doors.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;The American 'Dread': Deadly shooting incident in California's half Moon Bay</strong></p>

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<p>He then walked across the street to the Circle K chain store and shot two people, who were there getting food. He then left the store and shot another person outside. All three died.</p>

<p>"There was no interaction between him and people," said Police Chief Matt Murray.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They were just sitting there getting food and got surprised by this person who came in and ... literally as he was opening the door, he started shooting these people."</p>

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<p>Haddock then fled the scene after shooting through the window of a car, which was later confirmed as belonging to him.</p>

<p>Yakima Police had launched an extensive manhunt for him. However, hours later, they received a 911 call from a woman who said that Haddock, who had been declared a suspect, had borrowed her phone near a supermarket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 21-year-old called his mother and made several incriminating statements including 'I killed those people'. He also said he was going to kill himself.</p>

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<p>As per AFP, first responders raced to the scene, arriving in time to hear gunshots as Haddock committed suicide.</p>

<p>"They gave medical care and tried to save his life, but he was later pronounced deceased," said the police chief.</p>

<p>The Yakima shooting is the latest in a spate of shootings to shake the United States. Just 25 days into 2023, the country has already experienced around 37 mass shootings.</p>

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In yet another shooting in the United States, a 21-year-old man opened fire at people in a gas station convenience store in the capital Washington, killing three, only to later shoot himself dead.

In yet another shooting in the United States, a 21-year-old man opened fire at people in a gas station convenience store in the capital Washington, killing three, only to later shoot himself dead. The incident took place in Yakima, Washington. In what is being described as a "random situation" by the police, local man Jarid Haddock shot and killed three people in and around the convenience store. As per an Albany Herald report, Haddock pulled into the ARCO/ampm gas station and "tried to get into the lobby," but was unable to, due to locked doors. Watch | The American 'Dread': Deadly shooting incident in California's half Moon Bay He then walked across the street to the Circle K chain store and shot two people, who were there getting food. He then left the store and shot another person outside. All three died. "There was no interaction between him and people," said Police Chief Matt Murray. "They were just sitting there getting food and got surprised by this person who came in and ... literally as he was opening the door, he started shooting these people." Also read | Two shootings in Half Moon Bay, California, leave 7 dead; Asian man arrested Haddock then fled the scene after shooting through the window of a car, which was later confirmed as belonging to him. Yakima Police had launched an extensive manhunt for him. However, hours later, they received a 911 call from a woman who said that Haddock, who had been declared a suspect, had borrowed her phone near a supermarket. The 21-year-old called his mother and made several incriminating statements including 'I killed those people'. He also said he was going to kill himself. Also read | The US has witnessed 36 mass shootings in just 23 days this year As per AFP, first responders raced to the scene, arriving in time to hear gunshots as Haddock committed suicide. "They gave medical care and tried to save his life, but he was later pronounced deceased," said the police chief. The Yakima shooting is the latest in a spate of shootings to shake the United States. Just 25 days into 2023, the country has already experienced around 37 mass shootings. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The US Foods and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday proposed draft guidance to reduce the amount of lead in packaged food meant for babies up to two years of age. Launched as part of the agency's 'Closer to Zero' action plan, the guidance seeks to "provide information to industry on the action levels for lead in food intended for babies and young children."</p>

<p>As per the NY Times, the draft guidance would not be mandatory for food manufacturers. However, if adopted, they would help the FDA to take enforcement action against companies that stray from the levels prescribed.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Study finds babies are full of microplastics</strong></p>

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<p>It has recommended no more than 10 parts per billion fruits, vegetables (excluding single-ingredient root vegetables), mixtures (including grain and meat-based mixtures), yoghurts, custards/puddings, and single-ingredient meats. Additionally, for root vegetables and dry infant cereals, the limit has been recommended at 20 parts per billion.</p>

<p>As per FDA, the limits "would result in significant reductions in exposures to lead from food while ensuring availability of nutritious foods".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/some-baby-foods-have-high-levels-of-toxic-heavy-metals-us-report-finds-361533">Some baby foods have high levels of toxic heavy metals, US report finds</a></strong></p>

<p>FDA estimates that the proposed levels would bring about a 25 per cent reduction in dietary exposure to lead for some young children.</p>

<p>However, not everyone is happy with the guidelines. &nbsp;Quoting Jane Houlihan, research director for the nonprofit Healthy Babies Bright Futures, NY Post says they are disappointing.</p>

<p>"It doesn’t go far enough to protect babies from neurodevelopmental damage from lead exposures," said Houlihan.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>She added "lead is in almost every baby food" her organisation has tested and said that FDA's action levels "will influence almost none of that food."</p>

<p>The Centers for Disease Control, too, has previously said that there is no safe level of lead for children. As per the agency, children below the age of six absorb the contaminant more readily and are at a greater risk. As per CDC, "there is also evidence that childhood exposure to lead can cause long-term harm."</p>

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The US Foods and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday proposed draft guidance to reduce the amount of lead in packaged food meant for babies up to two years of age.

The US Foods and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday proposed draft guidance to reduce the amount of lead in packaged food meant for babies up to two years of age. Launched as part of the agency's 'Closer to Zero' action plan, the guidance seeks to "provide information to industry on the action levels for lead in food intended for babies and young children." As per the NY Times, the draft guidance would not be mandatory for food manufacturers. However, if adopted, they would help the FDA to take enforcement action against companies that stray from the levels prescribed. Watch | Gravitas: Study finds babies are full of microplastics It has recommended no more than 10 parts per billion fruits, vegetables (excluding single-ingredient root vegetables), mixtures (including grain and meat-based mixtures), yoghurts, custards/puddings, and single-ingredient meats. Additionally, for root vegetables and dry infant cereals, the limit has been recommended at 20 parts per billion. As per FDA, the limits "would result in significant reductions in exposures to lead from food while ensuring availability of nutritious foods". Also read | Some baby foods have high levels of toxic heavy metals, US report finds FDA estimates that the proposed levels would bring about a 25 per cent reduction in dietary exposure to lead for some young children. However, not everyone is happy with the guidelines. Quoting Jane Houlihan, research director for the nonprofit Healthy Babies Bright Futures, NY Post says they are disappointing. "It doesn’t go far enough to protect babies from neurodevelopmental damage from lead exposures," said Houlihan. Also read | Johnson & Johnson to stop selling its talc-based baby powder globally in 2023 as lawsuits mount She added "lead is in almost every baby food" her organisation has tested and said that FDA's action levels "will influence almost none of that food." The Centers for Disease Control, too, has previously said that there is no safe level of lead for children. As per the agency, children below the age of six absorb the contaminant more readily and are at a greater risk. As per CDC, "there is also evidence that childhood exposure to lead can cause long-term harm." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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For the first time, Israeli researchers have published a study breaking it all down, so doctors can use it more when treating young patients. Rather seeing medical clowns as ‘disrupting’ hospital order, the hope is that the study will help doctors see it as ‘organised chaos’ - that could improve patient care. Watch this to know more.

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