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Should you buy a refurbished MacBook in 2026? I did the math, and heres my advice
Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET I remember when people used to scoff at refurbished tech. Used phones or computers were like rolling the dice: you never knew what you were getting. Well, the times certainly have changed. And in this economy, the prices on refurbished tech are looking more and more tempting. Consumers are challenging the idea that…
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Many bodies were scattered: survivor of Pakistan suicide blast that killed 31
Funerals will take place on Saturday for some of the victims of a suicide blast at a Shiite mosque in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad that killed at least 31 people and wounded scores more during Friday prayers. The Islamic State group (Isis) has claimed responsibility for the attack, the deadliest in Islamabad since the 2008 Marriott…
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Apple Music vs. Spotify: I tested both music streaming services, and my choice is clear
Jada Jones/ZDNET Follow ZDNET:Add us as a preferred sourceon Google. Spotify and Apple Music are two of the leading music streaming services, popular for their vast music libraries. Beyond the music, however, Apple Music offers subscribers access to the company’s live studio performances, radio interviews, and music videos, while Spotify’s additional subscription perks lean heavily…
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Australia isnt remotely ready for a US-Iran war
As the United States weighs fresh strikes on Iran, the prospect of a wider regional conflict is once again coming into focus. For many of Washington’s allies, the question is no longer whether escalation is possible, but how they would respond if it spiralled into all-out war. Australia faces a familiar challenge. Maintaining regional stability…
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Takaichi win expected as Japan campaign enters final, snowy day
The sixteen-day general election campaign enters its final day of campaigning with the country in the throes of heavy snowfall and plunging temperatures. The Japanese Meteorological Agencypredictsthat heavy snowfall will peak on election day, with anuncertainimpact on election day turnout. The snowfall leading up to election day already appears to have depressed early voting in…
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US Congressmen Condemn Islamabad Attack, Express Shock
Washington/Islamabad, February 7, 2026 – US Congressman and Co-Chair of Pakistan Caucus Tom Suozzi has expressed deep shock over the suicide attack at an Islamabad mosque.In his statement, Suozzi said during his Pakistan visit he was told that after Burkina Faso, Pakistan experiences the most terrorist attacks in the world.Call for Religious HarmonyThe US Congressman…
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Islamabad Tragedy: MWM Announces 3-Day Mourning, Protests Across Sindh
Karachi/Islamabad, – Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) has announced 3-day mourning over the suicide blast at Jamia Masjid and Imambargah Khadija-tul-Kubra.Allama Sadiq Jafri said protest rallies will be held across Sindh against terrorism.He prayed for elevation of martyrs’ ranks and swift recovery of the injured.Protest at Numaish ChowrangiMWM held a protest at Numaish Chowrangi against the Islamabad…
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Iran Rejects US Demand to Halt Uranium Enrichment
Muscat/Tehran, – Iran has rejected the US demand to completely halt uranium enrichment during ongoing negotiations in Oman.According to a regional diplomat, Iran is willing to discuss the level and purity of enrichment and may consider establishing a regional consortium.Shift in US Negotiators’ ApproachTehran believes US negotiators appear to understand Iran’s position on enrichment and…
