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Uber prices soar as government ends VAT loophole

Londoners face higher Uber and Bolt fares as a new VAT rule comes into force, ending a tax scheme for ride-hailing apps. The move aims to level the playing field with black cabs.

Googoosh: The Sinful Voice of a Lost Iran

The legendary Iranian singer Googoosh breaks her silence in a new memoir, detailing her rise to fame, the 1979 revolution's brutal crackdown, and her triumphant return. Discover the story of a cultural icon.

Economic Crisis Sparks Major Protests Across Iran

Widespread protests erupt in Iran as currency collapse and soaring inflation push citizens into the streets. Students, traders, and demonstrators demand political change. Read the latest developments.

Iran Students Protest Soaring Costs Amid 42.5% Inflation

University students in Tehran have joined widespread protests over Iran's economic crisis, with inflation hitting 42.5% in December 2025. The rial has lost half its value against the dollar. Read the latest developments.

Iranian Film Master Bahram Beyzaie Dies Aged 87

Iran mourns Bahram Beyzaie, the legendary filmmaker who wove myth and feminism into cinema. His banned works, now restored, screen in London this February. Explore his defiant legacy.

Could Trump use 1807 law for ICE crackdowns?

A Supreme Court footnote has sparked debate over whether Donald Trump could invoke the 1807 Insurrection Act to deploy troops in US cities like Chicago, aiding ICE raids. Read the legal analysis.

ICE Arrests in New Orleans Spark Fear and Protests

A sweeping federal immigration operation in New Orleans has led to dozens of arrests, with communities in hiding and reports of US citizens detained. Explore the impact and local response.

Russia blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple FaceTime

Russian regulator Roskomnadzor blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple FaceTime, citing terror and crime concerns. This is the latest move in a sweeping internet control campaign. Read the full details.

Trump Halts Asylum Cases, Imposes Bans on 19 Nations

President Trump pauses all US asylum applications and orders extra scrutiny for migrants from 19 'high-risk' countries following a Washington shooting. Explore the sweeping immigration policy changes.

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