Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s 1st female governor in historic inauguration
Abigail Spanberger is set to become Virginia’s first female governor after centuries of men holding the state’s top office.
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Sen. Thom Tillis takes on the White House, but not Trump
Sen. Thom Tillis isn’t holding back in his final year in Washington.
The $2 Rental Batteries Helping to Power South Africa
The batteries offer an affordable system for those who lack reliable power and the money to buy their own solar panels.
A Refuge for Afghan Music Is at Risk of Falling Silent
Peshawar is a haven for Afghan artists who fled from the Taliban, which had banned music. A new policy of deportations by Pakistan threatens this community of exiles.
Panic in pretty island in Europe over too many tourists – ‘at full capacity’
A major hotelier has warned that Majorca is at “full capacity” after visitor numbers rose to a new high last year in an “unsustainable” trend.
The Iranian state silenced protests with brutality. What now for Iran’s opposition?
Grieving, bruised and divided on the wisdom of foreign-backed revolt, how can the Iranian people achieve change?The Japanese writer Haruki Murakami in his novel 1Q84 may have foreshadowed the great and indelible rift Iranian society is about to experie…
Iran plans permanent break from global internet, say activists
Report claims unrestricted online access will be a ‘government privilege’, limited to individuals vetted by regimeIran is planning to permanently break from the global internet, only allowing individuals vetted by the regime to connect online, accordin…
Iran plans permanent break from global internet, say activists – The Guardian
Iran plans permanent break from global internet, say activists The GuardianIran in limbo: What’s next for country under internet blackout? Al JazeeraHow Activists in Iran Are Using Starlink to Stay Online The New York T…
Greenland crisis: Europe needs the US, but it also needs to stand up to Trump – The Guardian
Greenland crisis: Europe needs the US, but it also needs to stand up to Trump The GuardianTime to dump Trump? Europeans whisper last-resort options to save Greenland politico.euEU Parliament Eyes Tying US Trade Deal Approval to Gr…
The viral trap: Why Dubai Police say your child’s next scroll could be their last
Dubai Police have warned parents and teenagers about dangerous social media challenges that involve skull breaking, choking, breath holding, and other life-threatening acts. Teens often take part seeking excitement or online attention, unaware of the s…