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Colombia launches search for missing plane carrying 15 people
Contact with the aircraft was lost just minutes before it was due to land in northern Colombia, state airline Satena says. Source link
During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security
The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro’s removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela. Source link
Assisted dying bill 'no hope' of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer
Lord Falconer said the bill has “absolutely no hope” of passing without a “fundamental change” in approach. Source link
Starbucks scraps $250,000 cap on boss's use of company jet
The coffee chain changes Brian Niccol’s travel budget due to media attention and “credible threat actors”. Source link
US Fed holds interest rates despite White House pressure
Two Fed officials voted for a cut, including the former head of Donald Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers. Source link
Bored of snakes and ladders? Some maths can help bring back the fun
While snakes and ladders is purely a game of chance, there is a way to add some strategy, says mathematician Peter Rowlett Source link
How your health is being commodified by social media
From health tech developers to influencers, our health is being monetised – and we need to be aware of what’s going on, says Deborah Cohen Source link
Iran's internet is returning – but not for everyone
The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters. Source link
High-rise rules relaxed after internet rollout warning
Industry bodies say post-Grenfell safety regulations are frustrating broadband upgrades in tall buildings. Source link
'We weren't perfect', says bogus Covid lab accused
Evidence in pharmacist Faisal Shoukat’s defence continues to be heard at Bradford Crown Court. Source link