What to know about string of US hacks blamed on China
Presidential campaigns and the US telecommunications network have also been targeted by hackers in recent months.
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FBI finds largest explosive cache on a Virginia farm
More than 150 bombs were scattered round the property the suspect shares with his wife and two young children, say investigators.
Police identify woman set on fire in deadly New York City attack
Authorities identified Debrina Kawam, 61, of New Jersey as the victim of the 22 December attack.
Puerto Rico may enter new year in darkness after sudden blackout
More than 1.3 million households – most of the island’s population – has been left in the dark.
Crypto fugitive Do Kwon extradited to US over $40bn crash
US authorities allege he was responsible for the collapse of two coins, prompting a massive crypto sell-off.
Airlines to mandatorily share in passenger data with Customs from April 1
From April 1, 2025, airlines must share foreign traveller details with Indian Customs, risking penalties for non-compliance. Registration with the National Customs Targeting Centre-Passenger is required by January 10, 2025. Information including contact details and travel itinerary must be shared 24 hours before flight departure to enhance risk analysis and interdiction.
Snowshoeing and rescue monks: a monastery escape in the Swiss Alps
Only accessible to snowshoers and skiers in winter, the Grand St Bernard Hospice has been a refuge for centuries and is the perfect place for a meditative mountain break It was a freezing December day when mountain guide Kingsley Jones first saw a rescue monk in action. He was leading a small group up the…
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reach divorce deal
Jolie’s lawyers say the couple have reached an agreement following an eight-year legal battle.
US says Guantanamo inmate sent back to Tunisia
The repatriation of Ridah Bin Saleh al-Yazidi means 26 detainees remain at the detention facility.
Madoff fraud victims get $4.3bn as fund completes payouts
Victims of one of the biggest frauds in US history set to recover more than 90% of proven losses.