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Iran unveils plan for tighter internet rules to promote local platforms
From 'shells' of foreign apps to a focus on local versions, the directive has clues for the future of internet in Iran.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 141
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees says it can no longer provide services in northern Gaza.
At least 15 killed in fire at apartment block in China’s Nanjing
Residential building fire is the latest in a series of blazes that have killed dozens across China.
How Israel’s war on Gaza is bleeding Egypt’s economy
As tourism, gas exports and Suez Canal revenues suffer, the Rafah crisis could make things worse, experts say.
Can a ‘Muslim’ lion, ‘Hindu’ lioness live together? An Indian zoo dilemma
A Hindu group is upset because a zoo kept a lion named after a Mughal king with a lioness named after a Hindu deity.
Where ‘love transcends language’: Kashmir’s silent village
Dozens of people in the tiny community of Dadhkai are deaf-mute; they have developed their own language.
Russia-Ukraine two years on: towards an endless and wider war?
In an UpFront special, we discuss where the war in Ukraine currently stands and where it is heading.
Qatar to ICJ: Israel carrying out “genocidal war” on people of Gaza
Qatar told the ICJ “Israel’s genocidal war on the people of Gaza” is the most pressing threat to international peace and
Deadly blaze rips through apartment block in Spain
At least ten people were killed and others are missing after a fire ripped through an apartment block in Spain.
Former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz found guilty of perjury
Kurz receives eight month suspended sentence after being found guilty of lying to a parliamentary inquiry.
Funeral held for world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum
Kenya’s president was among hundreds of mourners who gathered for Kelvin Kiptum’s funeral on Friday.
Is the Red Sea becoming fully militarised?
Some world powers are increasing their military presence in the region amid Houthi attacks and Israel's war on Gaza.
Palestinian Authority says Israeli post-war Gaza plan ‘destined to fail’
Israeli plan envisions indefinite Israeli control over Gaza, and no 'unilateral recognition' of Palestine.
Five drown as migrant boat capsizes during rescue operation off Malta
Eight other people were injured and 21 were rescued by Malta's armed forces.
Qatar condemns ‘double standards’ at ICJ hearing on Israeli occupation
Qatar says international law must apply to all countries on day five of the hearing at the World Court.
Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and when do I apply?
Parents in England wanting 15 hours free childcare for two-year-olds face an important deadline.
Two years after Putin ordered a war on Ukraine, what’s changed in Russia?
Fears have risen on the border near Ukraine, but life is normal for most as Putin prepares for a predictable election.
The latest industry upset with the use of AI: Fashion
It wants regulation to protect models so brands, agencies don't use AI to create digital replicas without consent.
Mexico’s teachers seek relief from pandemic-era spike in school robberies
During the COVID-19 pandemic, crime struck nearly 50 percent of schools. Teachers say the problem continues to this day.
Crisis in eastern DR Congo
Heavy fighting between Congolese armed forces and the M23 rebel group have forced thousands of civilians to flee.