[1]https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/31/apples-rumored-iphone-satellite-support-may
-be-for-emergency-calls-and-messages/

Weeks ago, I pointed out how useful it would be for smartphones to be able to im
plement 911-type emergency services in conjunction with low-earth-orbit (LEO) sa
tellites.


[2]https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-59920215




   Watch: Around 1,000 cars stranded after travelling to see heavy snow in
   Murree

   At least 21 people have died after heavy snow trapped them in their
   vehicles in northern Pakistan.

   "As many as 1,000 vehicles became stranded as would-be tourists
   reportedly rushed to view the winter snowfall in the hilltop town of
   Murree.

   "A policeman, his wife and their six children, as well as another
   family-of-five, are among the dead, according to local emergency
   services Rescue 1122.

   "The military is attempting to clear roads and rescue those still
   trapped.

References

   1. https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/31/apples-rumored-iphone-satellite-support-may-be-for-emergency-calls-and-messages/
   2. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-59920215