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- War in Iran Is Disrupting Air Travel, Hitting Middle East Hardest
Some airlines and travelers, especially in the Middle East and elsewhere in Asia, are bearing the brunt of the pain, while others are doing better. [TheTopNews] Read More.17 mins ago - Fire Destroys Historic Courthouse in Georgia
A fire that broke out Monday almost completely destroyed the 134-year-old Floyd County Courthouse in Rome, Georgia, leaving officials looking for new office space for some government functions, local news sites reported. The courthouse, built in 1892 and listed on … [TheTopNews] Read More.49 mins ago - FCC Bans Wireless Router Imports, Citing Security ConcernsThe Federal Communications Commission ordered a ban on the import of new models of foreign-produced consumer wireless routers after an interagency panel determined they threaten national security. While the FCC said companies could apply for exemptions, the move could dramatically … [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
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Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - FCC bans new foreign-made routers over national security concerns
The ban does not apply to routers consumers already own By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs March 24, 2026 The FCC has added all foreign-made consumer-grade routers to its Covered List, effectively blocking approval of new models for sale in the U.S. The move follows a national security determination that such devices pose unacceptable risks, including cyberattacks and infrastructure disruption. Existing routers already in use or previously approved are not affected, and companies can seek exemptions through a federal review process. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has moved to block the approval of new consumer-grade routers made in foreign countries, citing significant national security and cybersecurity risks identified by federal agencies. In an update announced this week, the FCC added all foreign-produced consumer routers to its Covered List, a regulatory designation that prevents certain communications equipment from receiving authorization for sale or import in the United States. Routerscommon household devices that connect phones, computers, and smart home products to the internetwere determined by a White House-convened interagency group to pose unacceptable risks to the national security of the United States or the safety and security of United States persons. National security concerns drive the decision According to the determination, foreign-made routers present two primary risks: vulnerabilities in the global supply chain and serious cybersecurity threats. Officials warned that such devices could be exploited to disrupt critical infrastructure, harm U.S. consumers, and even impact national defense systems. The assessment also cited past cyber incidentsincluding the Volt, Flax, and Salt Typhoon attacksin which compromised routers were allegedly used to infiltrate networks, conduct espionage, and steal intellectual property. The move aligns with broader policy goals outlined in President Trumps 2025 National Security Strategy, which emphasized reducing reliance on foreign sources for essential technologies and infrastructure. What the rule changesand what it doesnt The FCCs action does not amount to an immediate ban on existing devices. Consumers can continue using routers they already own, and retailers may still sell models that were previously approved through the FCCs equipment authorization process. However, any new models of foreign-made routers will be barred from entering the U.S. market unless they receive special clearance. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the agency is acting in coordination with national security experts. I welcome this Executive Branch national security determination, Carr said in a statement. The FCC will continue to do our… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - Mike Lynch’s Estate Refused Permission to Appeal in UK HP-Autonomy CaseThe estate of late British tech tycoon Mike Lynch was on Tuesday refused permission to appeal a ruling by London’s High Court that he was liable to Hewlett Packard Enterprise over its acquisition of his firm Autonomy. The U.S. technology … [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
- German Court Rejects Bid to Ban Mercedes and BMW’s Fossil-Fuel CarsEnvironmentalists suffered a setback on Monday when Germany’s top appeals court threw out their cases seeking to ban Mercedes-Benz and BMW from selling new combustion-engine cars from November 2030. The federal court of justice in Karlsruhe upheld lower court rulings … [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
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