Who is still connected to the internet in Iran?published at 01:21 BST 01:21 BST Ghoncheh HabibiazadSenior reporter, BBC Persian Iran has been under a near-total internet outage since the war began on 28 February. Iranian authorities often cite reasons such as protecting the country from cyberattacks to restrict internet access. But these measures also limit
When the unthinkable becomes normal, stability becomes the new premium – and Hong Kong is well positioned. The world we thought we understood even two years ago no longer exists. We are living through a period of disruption that, until recently, would have seemed unthinkable. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the US-Israel war against Iran
By Gergely Szakacs and Krisztina Than BUDAPEST, April 13 (Reuters) – Peter Magyar’s landslide victory in Sunday’s Hungarian election has handed his centre-right Tisza party a sweeping mandate that will give it a free hand to enact reforms, bolster the rule of law and potentially unlock billions in European Union funding. Economists and political analysts
Debris of a NATO air defence system that intercepted a missile launched from Iran is seen in Dortyol, in southern Hatay province, Turkey, March 4, 2026 in this screengrab from video. Ihlas News Agency | Via Reuters Asia-Pacific markets opened lower Monday, as investors weigh a U.S. naval blockade on Iran’s ports after talks between
A member of the midfield ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona has made the call to seek out a new adventure this summer. That’s according to Sport, who highlight Marc Casadó as the player in question. Youngster Casadó has endured a largely difficult campaign to date, struggling to establish himself as a fixture in the
Alarms bells blared throughout north London this weekend after Manchester City made up some critical ground on Arsenal, fueling fears of a potential calamitous collapse from Mikel Arteta’s men. The Gunners returned to Premier League action with a shock 2–1 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, tallying their third defeat in their last four matches across
Air New Zealand has completed a high profile digital identity trial on its Auckland Hong Kong route, positioning the carrier at the forefront of airlines experimenting with app based, biometric travel experiences designed to reduce repeated passport checks. Get the latest news straight to your inbox! A Testbed for the Next Generation of Passenger Identity
Hong Kong’s reputation as a safe haven could be reinforced by the geopolitical shock waves from the US-Israel conflict with Iran, potentially supporting demand for premium office space in its core business districts, according to analysts. While the city was not insulated from global uncertainty, it could benefit over the medium term as Gulf investors
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (local time)visited southern Lebanon alongside senior military and defence leadership, asserting that the war is far from over and stating that Israel’s enemies are now “fighting for survival.” Prime Minister Netanyahu went to an IDF outpost near the border, (Screengrab/X/@netanyahu) According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Netanyahu was
Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced on Sunday, April 12, that the messaging app has upgraded its protocols to counter government censorship, advising Russian users to update the application to “stay connected despite the ban.” Writing on his official channel, Durov urged Russians to stock up on multiple VPN services and assist family members in doing
Peacock‘s new releases this week are a thrilling mix of five epic season finales and more binge-worthy shows. This week is a reality TV lover’s dream come true. Fans can indulge in the drama, laughter, and suspense they’ve been craving, with five epic season finales dropping on Peacock. From jaw-dropping twists to emotional goodbyes, it’s
April 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m. PT Celebrity sightings are part of the Coachella experience. You can see your favorite band perform and then be in line behind your favorite actor at the churro stand five minutes later. And, as you might expect, no one brought out the big-name celebrities like Justin Bieber on Saturday night.
The club’s marina A new focus on the benefits that the leisure boating industry can bring to the city and its surrounding islands has the potential to boost the hospitality and retail sectors. We hop aboard. It’s a dazzling morning when Monocle steps onto the quay at the Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club. Situated
BUDAPEST (AP) — European leaders heaped praise on Péter Magyar after his stunning election victory in Hungary, not just for what the vibrant campaigner and the country’s next premier might do but who he is not — long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who many saw as a direct threat to the continent’s peace and prosperity.
The negotiations between the United States and Iran began at 11:00 AM local time. After three rounds of talks lasting 21 hours, no agreement was reached between the two sides. This week, the earnings reports of major banks will be the highlight on the schedule.$JPMorgan (JPM.US)$ 、 $Wells Fargo & Co (WFC.US)$ 、 $Bank of
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. › The global race to harness the power of nuclear fusion could reshape the world’s energy landscape.Princeton Today The race to unlock the secrets of nuclear fusion, a potential solution for limitless clean energy, is heating up between the United States and China. Both nations have made significant
Real Madrid is still smarting from its 1-1 draw with Girona on Friday, but it was not just psychological damage that was inflicted on Los Blancos. Superstar attacker Kylian Mbappé was hit with an elbow to his head and suffered a laceration above his right eyebrow. As such, the Frenchman missed training on Sunday (as
MADRID, April 13 (Reuters) – Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez begins his fourth visit to China in as many years on Monday, underlining his determination to steer an independent course that has riled U.S. President Donald Trump https://www.reuters.com/world/us/donald-trump/. Spain has been one of Europe’s loudest proponents of expanding trade and treating China as a strategic
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. › As China aggressively invests in advanced technology and biomedicine, the departure of a renowned US researcher signals a potential shift in the global balance of scientific innovation.Hershey Today Renowned biomedicine researcher Gao Zhonghua has left the United States after over two decades to join the cutting-edge Shenzhen
Lauren Sánchez, Jeff Bezos drop bombshell baby news Lauren Sánchez has revealed she is eager to have a baby with her husband, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, admitting she would welcome a new addition to their family as soon as “tomorrow”. The 56-year-old former journalist shared her enthusiasm for expanding their household in a recent interview
