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Internet and phone outage in much of Gaza disrupts humanitarian operations and deepens isolation

Internet and phone outage in much of Gaza disrupts humanitarian operations and deepens isolation

CAIRO (AP) — A breakdown in communications networks in central and southern Gaza has cut many Palestinians off from the outside world for the past week, further straining aid efforts and emergency services amid continuing Israeli bombardment.
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Aflac finds suspicious activity on US network that may impact Social Security numbers, other data

Aflac finds suspicious activity on US network that may impact Social Security numbers, other data

Aflac says that it has identified suspicious activity on its network in the U.S. that may impact Social Security numbers and other personal information, calling the incident part of a cybercrime campaign against the insurance industry.
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The summer solstice is here. What to know about the longest day of the year

The summer solstice is here. What to know about the longest day of the year

Peak sunshine has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere — the summer solstice. Friday is the longest day of the year north of the equator, where the solstice marks the start of astronomical summer.
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Iran's internet blackout leaves public in dark and creates an uneven picture of the war with Israel

Iran's internet blackout leaves public in dark and creates an uneven picture of the war with Israel

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — As the war between Israel and Iran hits the one-week mark, Iranians have spent nearly half of the conflict in a near-communication blackout, unable to connect not only with the outside world but also with their neig
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Iranian missile strikes Israel's 'crown jewel of science'

Iranian missile strikes Israel's 'crown jewel of science'

REHOVOT, Israel (AP) — For years, Israel has targeted Iranian nuclear scientists, hoping to choke progress on Iran’s nuclear program by striking at the brains behind it.
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Man seen 'speeding toward' dolphins in B.C. waters fined $5,000

Man seen 'speeding toward' dolphins in B.C. waters fined $5,000

PORT HARDY — A man seen speeding on a Jet Ski towards a pod of Pacific white sided dolphins has been fined $5,000 and has been banned from posting anything related to marine mammals on social media. The man was found guilty last November in B.C.
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SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported

SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported

A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas exploded Wednesday night, sending a dramatic fireball high into the sky. The company said the Starship “experienced a major anomaly” at about 11 p.m.
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Champagne says Canada won't pause digital services tax

Champagne says Canada won't pause digital services tax

OTTAWA — Canada won't put a hold on the digital services tax on big tech companies set to take effect on June 30, the finance minister said Thursday. Pressure has mounted on Ottawa to pause the tax ahead of trade discussions with the U.S.
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Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time, without clear legal basis

Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time, without clear legal basis

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order to keep TikTok running in the U.S. for another 90 days to give his administration more time to broker a deal to bring the social media platform under American ownership.
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Early humans survived in a range of extreme environments before global migration, study says

Early humans survived in a range of extreme environments before global migration, study says

WASHINGTON (AP) — Humans are the only animal that lives in virtually every possible environment, from rainforests to deserts to tundra. This adaptability is a skill that long predates the modern age.
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