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Ofgem to answer MPs over role in blackout
UK energy regulator Ofgem will face a committee of MPs to answer questions over the blackout in August and its role in the matter.
Taliban warns teachers and students to shun Afghan elections
The Taliban on Wednesday warned teachers and students to avoid working with electoral staff in the run-up to the nation's Presidential vote or risk being killed.
Smart TVs sharing user data with Netflix and Facebook
Smart TVs are allowing access to sensitive user data by firms including Netflix, Google, and Facebook, revealed two studies.
Trump seeks to 'substantially increase' sanctions on Iran
Donald Trump has asked the US Secretary to the Treasury to increase sanctions against Iran, in the latest escalation of tensions between the two countries.
Netanyahu and election rival in deadlock as race is too close to call
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and his rightwing coalition failed to secure the 61-seat majority they needed in the elections, revealed the first round of exit polls.
UK 'best buying opportunity' among developed markets, Blackstone says
Blackstone is among the list of investors that has been picking up UK assets on the cheap as a result of Brexit.