Author: Reporter

The U.S. government will restrict its use of commercial spyware tools that have been used to surveil human rights activists, journalists and dissidents around the world, under an executive order issued on March 27 by President Joe Biden. The order responds to growing U.S. and global concerns about programs that can capture text messages and other cellphone data. Some programs — so-called “zero-click” exploits — can infect a phone without the user clicking on a malicious link. Governments around the world — including the U.S. — are known to collect large amounts of data for intelligence and law enforcement...

Fujisawa, a coastal city located in the Kanagawa prefecture of Japan, has long been known for its picturesque beaches. The city attracts surfers from all around the world, who come to catch the waves and experience the unique and thriving surf culture that has developed there. A busy company owner for the early part of his life, Seiichi Sano began anew at 80 by climbing Mt. Fuji. Apparently not challenged enough by Japan’s highest peak, he almost immediately took up surfing. Sano turns 90 later this year, and after being recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest male...

Hundreds of millions of Muslims began the first daily fast of Ramadan on March 23, as parts of the Middle East approached crucial junctures in high-stakes peace negotiations during the holy month, traditionally a time of reconciliation. During Ramadan, observant Muslims abstain from food and water from dawn to dusk, before gathering with family and friends for indulgent nighttime meals. According to Islam, fasting draws the faithful closer to God and reminds them of the suffering of the poor. For the next 30 days, many will strictly observe prayers, read the Quran, and donate to charity as they seek...