A major Optus outage left Australians unable to reach emergency services, with calls to triple-zero failing. A victim who collapsed during the blackout warns that lives are at stake, demanding an urgent regulatory overhaul.
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
A major IT failure at the UK's National Air Traffic Services (Nats) caused severe disruption, grounding flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded at London Stansted, Brussels, and Berlin Airports.
Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's strategic move to create an alternative tech ecosystem for his supporters, challenging mainstream platforms and reshaping online conservative discourse.
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
Exclusive report from Lesotho reveals how a multi-million-pound African Development Bank water project has left villages with cracked homes, dry taps, and crippling debt instead of the promised clean water.
New York City takes a landmark stance against tech giants, officially classifying social media as an environmental toxin for young people's mental health.
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company, DJT, have nosedived, erasing billions from its market value and raising serious questions about its long-term viability.
A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.
An in-depth analysis reveals how Israel's tightly controlled media environment and sophisticated digital strategy create a starkly different reality for its citizens, challenging global diplomacy and the very nature of modern warfare.
A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?
A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t
A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.
New York City officially classifies social media as an environmental toxin, launching a bold public health offensive against tech companies to protect adolescent mental wellbeing.
A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and
Exclusive investigation reveals how an Albanian killer who murdered a mother with an AK-47 was allowed to enter Britain twice, settling in a Welsh community where he later committed a terrifying road rage attack.
A damning inquest reveals catastrophic multi-agency failures that left a 17-year-old girl in care vulnerable, leading to her brutal rape and murder by a convicted sex offender in Greater Manchester.
Meta unveils major Instagram safety overhaul for UK teens, including default private accounts, stricter messaging controls, and enhanced parental supervision tools to combat online risks.
The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the
Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio
A damning report reveals how police and social services repeatedly failed to act before a 16-year-old girl was murdered by her ex-partner in a horrific attack.
New data shows critical targets for improving Indigenous Australian lives are worsening, sparking calls for urgent policy reform.
Discover how social media algorithms are stifling creativity and rebellion in the fashion industry, pushing brands towards homogenised trends.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.
A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.
Former US President Donald Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, is reportedly facing financial difficulties while he deals with legal challenges in Washington and Cleveland.
A damning report reveals systemic failures by authorities after a teenage musician was fatally stabbed by his girlfriend, raising urgent questions about child protection.