Apple reveals surveillance requestsApple reveals surveillance requests

SAN FRANCISCO -- Apple has joined Facebook and Microsoft in disclosing how many requests the U.S. government has made to view customer data. Apple received between 4,000 and 5,000 requests for customer data between December and May.

Syrian civil war to top G8 agendaSyrian civil war to top G8 agenda

LONDON -- Syria is set to dominate the G8 summit, overshadowing the scheduled discussions on trade, tax and transparency, after U.S. President Barack Obama announced he was ready to start supplying weapons to the rebels.

Wide-body jets dominate Paris Air ShowWide-body jets dominate Paris Air Show

PARIS -- The much-anticipated A350, Airbus’ first all-new plane in eight years will go head-to-head with Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner. Airbus is planning three versions of the A350 while Boeing is to introduce a stretched 787-10 at the Paris Air Show.

Cautious welcome for new Iran presidentCautious welcome for new Iran president

TEHRAN -- Hassan Rouhani, the new president of Iran, has said he is ready to restore diplomatic ties with the U.S. and hold bilateral talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, but despite his portrayal as a moderate, Rouhani is also very much part of the establishment.

Range of new iPhones rumouredRange of new iPhones rumoured

CUPERTINO -- Apple is considering launching iPhones with larger screens, and a cheaper plastic model, over the next year, say Asian supply chain sources. The company is under pressure from Samsung, who now dominate the market.

U.S. studying Syria no-fly zone optionsU.S. studying Syria no-fly zone options

WASHINGTON -- The United States is considering setting up a limited no-fly zone in Syria close to the southern border with Jordan in order to protect Syrian refugees and rebel forces training in the area. The no-fly zone would cost an estimated $50m a day.

Graphics that are still timely

Jun 20: WRC Italy Rally

Jun 24 - Jul 7: Wimbledon

Jun 30: F1 British Grand Prix

Jun 15-30: Confederations Cup

Jun 8-23: ICC Champions Trophy

100 years of the Tour de France

Jun 30-Jul 6: On This Day in History

South Africans pray for Mandela

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