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Iran’s tiered internet system triggers outrage as citizens pay more for limited online access during blackout

Iran’s tiered internet system triggers outrage as citizens pay more for limited online access during blackout

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After enduring months of severe internet restrictions during the Middle East conflict, many Iranians are finally reconnecting online — but only through a controversial paid system that critics say creates digital inequality. For 39-year-old Iranian tech worker Amir-Hassan, getting back online was no longer a choice but a necessity. Following the internet shutdown imposed after […]

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World Bank warns Malaysia’s leading firms are struggling to innovate, raising concerns over underemployment

World Bank warns Malaysia’s leading firms are struggling to innovate, raising concerns over underemployment

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Malaysia’s most productive companies are facing growing pressure to innovate and expand, with the World Bank warning that many top-performing firms are failing to scale effectively. This slowdown is now being linked to rising underemployment and fewer opportunities for high-paying careers across the country. In its latest Malaysian Economic Monitor report, the World Bank highlighted […]

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UK local elections 2026 shake Labour as Starmer faces mounting pressure after historic setbacks

UK local elections 2026 shake Labour as Starmer faces mounting pressure after historic setbacks

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The 2026 UK local elections have delivered one of the toughest political moments for Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, sparking growing pressure from within his own ranks and raising serious questions about the party’s future direction. The results revealed heavy losses for Labour across England, Scotland, and Wales, signaling a dramatic shift […]

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Trump heads to Beijing with business leaders as US-China talks take center stage

Trump heads to Beijing with business leaders as US-China talks take center stage

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US President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Beijing this week for a major summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where trade, technology, Taiwan, and the ongoing Iran conflict are expected to dominate discussions. Before departing Washington, Trump signaled that one of his key priorities would be pushing China to further open its economy […]

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Iran warns US to accept peace proposal as Hormuz tensions threaten global stability

Iran warns US to accept peace proposal as Hormuz tensions threaten global stability

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Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, insisting Washington must either accept Tehran’s latest peace proposal or risk pushing the region deeper into uncertainty, as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate. The warning came after former US President Donald Trump claimed the fragile Middle East truce was “close to […]

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