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Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in WhatsApp Scandal

Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the discovery of a vile WhatsApp group containing racist, homophobic, and misogynistic messages, in a major blow to the force's integrity.

Bombshell Boris Files: Leaked WhatsApps Expose Pandemic Chaos

Explosive leaked WhatsApp messages from Boris Johnson's premiership reveal a shocking culture of contempt for rules, public funds, and pandemic decision-making. The Guardian's 'Boris Files' expose the true chaos at the heart of Downing Street.

UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.

Meta faces £3bn UK lawsuit over WhatsApp data

Meta is hit with a massive £3 billion collective action lawsuit in the UK, accused of illegally merging WhatsApp user data with Facebook for profit without proper consent.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Cripple FTC Powers

In a landmark legal move, former President Donald Trump is petitioning the Supreme Court to dramatically curtail the powers of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a case that could permanently alter the US regulatory landscape and empower corporate intere

Nepal bans X, WhatsApp, and YouTube in social media crackdown

Nepal's government has enacted a drastic ban on 26 social media platforms, including global giants X, WhatsApp, and YouTube, citing national security and social harmony concerns. The move sparks immediate debate over digital rights and freedom of expressi

Six Essential Weekend Reads from The Guardian

Dive into The Guardian's expertly curated list of six must-read stories for your weekend. This week's selection spans global geopolitics, viral internet culture, and the modern anxieties of parenting, offering profound insights and captivating narratives.

Google fined €2.1bn by EU for market dominance abuse

The European Commission has slapped Google with a massive €2.1 billion antitrust fine for illegally favouring its own shopping comparison service in search results, marking a major escalation in Brussels' battle with Big Tech.

Newsmax Sues Fox News Alleging Cable News Monopoly

Conservative broadcaster Newsmax launches a major antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging coercive tactics and monopolistic practices to suppress competition in the US cable news landscape.

Newsmax Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox News

Right-wing broadcaster Newsmax launches a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging a coercive scheme with cable giants to suppress competition and force it off major platforms.

WhatsApp Launches Native Mac App for Apple Silicon

Meta's WhatsApp launches a lightning-fast native macOS app, finally ditching sluggish Electron for Apple's M-series chips. The standalone app promises enhanced performance, video calls, and seamless syncing.

EU Declares Google Chrome a Monopoly in Landmark Ruling

In a historic antitrust verdict, the EU has ruled Google Chrome a 'gatekeeper' monopoly. Discover how this decision will break down its dominance and force Google to offer real browser choice on Android and Windows across Europe.

UK regulator may force Google to sell Chrome browser

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a radical proposal to break Google's dominance, suggesting a potential sale of its Chrome browser to foster competition in the search engine market.

Critical WhatsApp Spyware Flaw Found On iPhone

A critical new security vulnerability has been discovered in WhatsApp for iPhone, allowing sophisticated spyware to be installed through a malicious video call. Here's how to protect your device.

School WhatsApp Groups: The Digital Drama Parents Face

Exclusive insight into the high-pressure world of British parents' WhatsApp groups as the new school year begins. Discover the unspoken rules, the anxiety, and the digital etiquette wars taking over playground conversations.

British Mum Found Murdered In Spanish Villa

A British mother, Dee Ann O’Neill, was discovered dead in a Murcia villa. As her heartbroken family flies to Spain, a haunting final WhatsApp message adds a layer of mystery to the investigation.

Man wins unfair dismissal case over WhatsApp comment

A UK man was unfairly dismissed after rating a female colleague's appearance on a private WhatsApp group. The tribunal ruled the company's investigation was flawed, setting a precedent for workplace social media use.

Man Utd legend exiled from WhatsApp group, begs return

Rio Ferdinand has lifted the lid on the hilarious WhatsApp group antics involving Manchester United's legendary 'Class of 92', revealing one iconic player is repeatedly booted out and forced to beg for re-entry.

Court Rejects Meta's Bid to Dismiss FTC Antitrust Case

A US federal judge delivers a significant setback to Meta, allowing the FTC's landmark antitrust lawsuit to proceed. The case challenges the tech giant's alleged monopolisation of the virtual reality market.

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