A family is in mourning after their 12-year-old son died from catastrophic injuries sustained while attempting a viral TikTok challenge that encourages participants to choke themselves until unconscious.
Shocking incident as schoolboy suffers severe brain damage from trending social media challenge, prompting urgent safety warnings for parents across the UK
Australia's telecommunications giant Optus faces mounting pressure as two senior executives resign following catastrophic network failures that left millions unable to contact emergency services.
As power cuts become more frequent, discover the best backup power sources to keep your home running during outages. From portable power stations to solar generators, we reveal the top options for UK households.
A catastrophic broadband installation error by a BT engineer led to three people being wrongly investigated for child sex offences after internet connections were accidentally crossed.
A massive Amazon Web Services outage has brought chaos to millions of UK users, disrupting everything from banking apps to food delivery services. Discover which popular platforms are affected and when normal service might resume.
Millions of Instagram users were left unable to access the platform during a major worldwide outage, with the blackout sparking widespread frustration and creative memes across other social media platforms.
Premier League fans are outraged as Newcastle's crucial clash against Brighton faces TV blackout, with supporters forced to miss the St James' Park showdown due to UK broadcasting restrictions.
Nottingham Forest host Chelsea in crucial Premier League match with unprecedented Saturday 5:30pm kick-off available for FREE streaming after TV blackout exception.
A major power outage struck Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, leaving the iconic KL Tower and surrounding skyscrapers without electricity for hours, disrupting businesses and trapping residents in lifts.
US communications watchdog launches major offensive against spam calls, implementing strict new rules for telecom providers to protect consumers from fraudulent robocalls.
New data reveals spam calls and robocalls have skyrocketed to their highest level in six years, with Americans receiving nearly 5 billion unwanted calls monthly. Discover what's driving this alarming trend and how to protect yourself.
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated Chinese criminal networks used simple text messages to defraud millions in one of history's largest telecommunications fraud operations.
A complete electrical grid failure has thrown Ecuador into turmoil, with prisons erupting in violence, hospitals operating on emergency power, and authorities scrambling to restore order amid widespread panic.
Vodafone UK and Three UK confirm landmark merger to create Britain's largest mobile network, promising better coverage and 5G investment while facing regulatory scrutiny over competition concerns.
Thousands gather in Sydney CBD for pro-Palestine demonstration while nationwide Optus network failure causes chaos and government pressure mounts on telecommunications giant.
Russian forces have launched a devastating new wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital, targeting critical energy infrastructure and leaving residents without power in freezing temperatures.
Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.
A major network outage during NSW's bushfire emergency exposes critical vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency communication systems, leaving rural communities dangerously isolated.
An exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester became the epicentre of a catastrophic cyber assault that brought the city to its knees, exposing critical vulnerabilities in Britain's digital infrastructure.
A catastrophic nationwide outage at Optus has left millions of Australians stranded without phone and internet services, with emergency calls failing and businesses facing chaos. The telecommunications giant faces scrutiny as customers demand answers.
Premier League fans are set to miss Chelsea's clash with Liverpool due to UK broadcasting blackout rules, sparking fresh debate about the controversial Saturday 3pm fixture ban.
FA Cup fans face TV frustration as Manchester United host Sunderland in third round clash. Discover legal streaming options and broadcast details for the Old Trafford showdown.
O2 is permanently switching off its 3G network in 2025, affecting millions of devices. Discover which phones will stop working and how to prepare for the 4G/5G transition.
A major Optus network failure prevented emergency alerts from reaching South Australian ambulance services, raising serious concerns about public safety and telecommunications reliability.
After a devastating three-day nationwide internet blackout, Afghanistan's digital lifeline has been restored. The Taliban's surprise shutdown sparked international condemnation and crippled daily life across the country.
The Taliban regime is systematically dismantling Afghanistan's digital infrastructure, imposing nationwide internet restrictions that isolate citizens and cripple the economy in what experts call digital repression.
The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connection, isolating millions from the global community in a drastic bid to enforce their strict moral code, with devastating consequences for healthcare, education and livelihoods.
The Taliban's systematic internet shutdown represents a calculated strategy to crush dissent and consolidate power, creating an information vacuum that isolates millions of Afghans from the world.
Analysis reveals Telstra could gain significant market advantage and pricing power following Optus's catastrophic network outage that left millions without emergency access.