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After months of blackout, Iran gives internet to select few
After months of blackout, Iran gives internet to select few

After months under a near-total internet blackout during the Middle East war, Iranian tech worker Amir-Hassan was finally able to get back online, but only through a privileged service that has sparked public criticism.

May 14, 2026

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Wood urges New Zealand to 'create some history' at World Cup
Wood urges New Zealand to 'create some history' at World Cup

Chris Wood urged New Zealand to "create some history" after he was named captain Thursday of the World Cup squad who will be chasing a first-ever win at the global showpiece.

May 14, 2026

Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in US as ceasefire nears end
Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in US as ceasefire nears end

Lebanon and Israel are to hold new peace talks in Washington starting Thursday, as their latest ceasefire -- considered to still be in place despite hundreds of deaths in Israeli strikes -- nears its end.

May 14, 2026

In Washington, the fight to preserve Black cemeteries
In Washington, the fight to preserve Black cemeteries

Georgetown, one of present-day Washington's most expensive neighborhoods, used to be a hub of Black life in the US capital.

May 14, 2026

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Akkodis Recognized in HFS Horizons 2026 Report for Enterprise Ready Agentic AI Services
Akkodis Recognized in HFS Horizons 2026 Report for Enterprise Ready Agentic AI Services

Global analyst firm positions Akkodis as an Enterprise Innovator in agentic AI services

May 14, 2026

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Alaves end champions Barca's bid for 100-point record
Alaves end champions Barca's bid for 100-point record

Newly-crowned Spanish champions Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat by Alaves on Wednesday, ending their bid to match the all-time La Liga record points total of 100.

May 13, 2026