Microsoft clogs up Windows 10 Calendar with Bing spam

Microsoft is currently rolling out update KB5060533, a new patch for Windows 10 that brings with it essential security enhancements alongside a subtle yet intriguing addition.

Themed Days in the Calendar

In this latest update, Microsoft has integrated links within the Windows 10 Calendar to acknowledge various special themed days. These include notable observances such as:

  • World Environment Day (June 5, 2025)
  • World Oceans Day (June 8)
  • Juneteenth National Freedom Day (June 19)
  • American Eagle Day (June 20)

When users click on any of these themed days, the Windows operating system automatically launches the Edge browser and initiates a Bing search related to the event. This occurs regardless of the user’s default search engine preference, which may raise eyebrows among those who prefer alternatives.

According to reports from Windows Latest, there is currently no option to disable this feature or to select a different search engine for these specific queries. Microsoft describes this addition as a means to provide a new “rich experience” for users, aiming to enhance engagement with significant global events.

Further reading: Upgrading Windows 10 to 11: What you need to know

This article originally appeared on our sister publication PC för Alla and was translated and localized from Swedish.

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Microsoft clogs up Windows 10 Calendar with Bing spam