As the Kremlin throttles internet access, Russians find scrappy work-arounds
As Putin imposes Iran-style controls, citing security concerns, many Russian fear losing their connection to the global internet.
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Confident in China’s power, Xi is ready to host an unpredictable Trump
Holding no illusions about making lasting deals at this week’s summit, China’s leader looks to project Beijing as an alternative to U.S. volatility on the world stage.
Continue ReadingIran war is crushing Asia’s farmers, threatening global food supply
High prices of fuel, fertilizer and other essentials are forcing farmers in Thailand and elsewhere to skip a planting season to avoid losing money on their harvests.
Continue ReadingU.S. strikes two Iranian-flagged vessels as tensions continue amid ceasefire
The Trump administration, sidestepping a widening battle in the Strait of Hormuz, said it was anticipating a reply from Tehran on its latest terms for ending the war.
Continue ReadingIn Rome, Rubio is gifted documents detailing his Italian heritage
The secretary of state was in Italy to help smooth relations between the U.S. and the Vatican after President Trump’s repeated criticism of Pope Leo XIV.
Continue ReadingU.S. launches strikes on Iran after attacks on warships, military says
The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. None of the U.S. warships were hit.
Continue ReadingAuthorities scramble to limit hantavirus outbreak, trace contacts around globe
U.S. officials in at least five states — Arizona, California, Georgia, Texas and Virginia — are monitoring symptoms of seven returning passengers.
Continue ReadingAuthorities scramble to limit hantavirus outbreak, trace contacts around globe
U.S. officials in at least five states — Arizona, California, Georgia, Texas and Virginia — are monitoring symptoms of seven returning passengers.
Continue ReadingU.S. intelligence says Iran can outlast Trump’s Hormuz blockade for months
A confidential intelligence community assessment delivered to the White House also finds that Iran retains a substantial missile and drone arsenal.
Continue ReadingU.S. intelligence says Iran can outlast Trump’s Hormuz blockade for months
A confidential intelligence community assessment delivered to the White House also finds that Iran retains a substantial missile and drone arsenal.
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