Russian expert: Non-Latin character names key to Internet internationalization

The decision to allow non-Latin characters in domain names "is an important step for the internationalization of the Internet," says an expert with the Russian domain name registration center.

Latin script to lose dominance

The body in charge of assigning Internet domain names and IP addresses, has approved the use of all of the world´s writing scripts. Analysts say the move may lead to a dramatic rise in the number of Internet users.

Snow Dragon arrives at supply port

China´s scientific expedition vessel, the Xuelong, or Snow Dragon, has arrived at the New Zealand city of Christchurch.