Monday, May 10, 2021

Colonial hack: How did cyber-attackers shut off pipeline?

Attacks on critical national infrastructure are an increasing concern, experts say.

Agent Orange: French court rejects lawsuit against chemical companies

The case sought damages from firms that produced the notorious defoliant used in the Vietnam War.

India Covid: Dozens of bodies wash up on banks of Ganges river

It is not clear where the bodies came from, but local media suggest they may be Covid-19 victims.

Iraqi TV journalist shot day after anti-government activist's killing

TV reporter Ahmed Hassan and protest leader Ihab al-Wazni were targeted by unidentified gunmen.

Michel Fourniret: French serial killer dies in prison aged 79

Dubbed the Ogre of the Ardennes, Fourniret killed at least eight girls or young women.

China: Man left dangling from bridge after glass breaks

The tourist was given counselling following his ordeal in a mountainous part of north-eastern China.

Why Colombia's protests are unlikely to fizzle out

The government has agreed to hold talks with protest leaders but divisions run deep.