Digital IDs for Newborns? Secret Whitehall Plan Sparks Fury
Ministers secretly consider lifelong digital IDs for babies, expanding Keir Starmer's controversial scheme. Critics call it a 'sinister overreach' and 'creeping state surveillance'.
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Digital ID for Newborns? Labour's Controversial Plan
Ministers secretly consider issuing lifelong digital IDs to babies, expanding a scheme sold as tackling illegal immigration. Critics call it a 'sinister' state overreach.
2026 Boarding Pass Rules: TUI, BA, easyJet vs Ryanair
A guide to UK airline boarding pass policies for 2026. Learn the digital and print rules for TUI, British Airways, easyJet, and Ryanair to avoid fees and airport hassle.
US visa bans on EU figures escalate tech regulation dispute
Washington imposes visa bans on five Europeans behind digital regulation efforts, prompting fierce accusations of 'coercion' from Macron and the EU. Read the latest on the transatlantic clash.
US Bans Brits and EU's Breton in Free Speech Row
The US State Department has banned two British campaigners and a former EU commissioner, accusing them of extraterritorial censorship of American speech online. Read the full details.
Teens bypass Australia's social media ban via unregulated apps
Australian under-16s are migrating to apps not covered by the new social media ban, raising questions about the policy's effectiveness. Discover where they're going and the implications for online safety.
Guardian removes article following content review
The Guardian has removed an article published on 19th November 2025. Discover what this means for digital publishing standards and content moderation practices.
EU Fights for Digital Sovereignty Against Tech Giants
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton warns Europe must protect its digital laws from US pressure and assert sovereignty against competing tech empires. Read why Europe's digital future matters.
School leaders urge Labour to reject total phone ban
Private school leaders call for nuance over a blanket mobile phone ban in schools, arguing for community-specific policies and digital education. Read their full stance.
Most Brits oppose airline digital boarding pass fees
New research reveals 58% of UK travellers are less likely to book with airlines like Ryanair that charge extra for paper boarding passes. Discover the impact on older passengers and the cost of living.
UK Government Uses Influencers to Reach Voters
The UK government is increasingly using social media influencers to communicate policy directly to the public, a strategy critics say avoids tough journalistic scrutiny. Discover how this new approach is reshaping political communication.
US Town Bans Email Complaints After Spam
A New York suburb forces residents to complain in person after officials were inundated with hundreds of bogus online grievances, wasting vital resources.
Ryanair's Digital Boarding Pass Verdict Revealed
Ryanair's shift to digital boarding passes sees 98% passenger adoption. Discover how travellers like Beryl and Mick are adapting and what it means for fares.
Labour's Ambitious National Curriculum Overhaul Revealed
Exclusive insight into Labour's radical plan to transform England's education system, focusing on digital skills, creativity, and real-world learning for the 21st century.
Labour plans AI-focused curriculum overhaul for schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical proposals to transform UK education, prioritising AI literacy and essential skills over outdated knowledge.
Guardian removes article, sparking media transparency debate
The Guardian has taken down an article from its website, raising questions about editorial decisions and content preservation in the digital age. Explore what this means for media transparency.
Australia bans Reddit and Kick in social media crackdown
Australia implements unprecedented social media ban targeting Reddit and Kick, sparking global debate about online regulation and digital freedoms.
GCSE exams may get shorter and go digital
Exclusive: The UK government is exploring radical changes to GCSE exams, including reducing exam time and introducing digital assessments to ease student pressure.
Porn Addiction: Signs, Support and Recovery Strategies
Expert insights reveal the hidden signs of compulsive pornography use and practical strategies for reclaiming control over your digital habits and mental wellbeing.
Internet fragility, modern cool & Don McCullin's legacy
Dive into this week's must-read articles exploring internet fragility, the evolution of coolness, and legendary photographer Don McCullin's most powerful shots. Essential reading for the digitally aware.
NHS Online GP Access Puts Patients at Risk
Medical leaders raise alarm as new NHS digital initiative allowing patients to view full medical records online could endanger vulnerable individuals and overwhelm GP practices.
Teen Boys Using AI for Therapy and Romance
New research exposes how teenage boys are turning to personalised AI for emotional support and romantic companionship, raising concerns about digital dependency.
Albania Appoints AI Minister Who's Pregnant with Digital Twins
In a groundbreaking move, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence as its Minister of Digital Affairs, with the AI announcing it's expecting digital children in a viral video that's redefining governance.
Digital ID: When Will It Become Mandatory in Britain?
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
Digital ID App to Transform Ireland-UK Travel
A groundbreaking digital identity scheme is poised to streamline travel within the Common Travel Area, offering Britons and Irish citizens a seamless border experience while raising privacy considerations.
Starmer's Digital ID Plan Sparks Privacy Debate
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils ambitious plans for mandatory digital identity scheme, promising to transform how Britons access public services while facing fierce criticism from privacy campaigners.
Starmer's Digital ID Card Revolution Unveiled
Labour leader Keir Starmer proposes groundbreaking digital ID cards to combat illegal immigration and streamline public services, sparking both support and civil liberties concerns.
Cloud Crash Exposes Who Really Runs the Internet
When the cloud infrastructure we depend on suddenly failed, it revealed the uncomfortable truth about who truly controls our digital lives and why our internet isn't as resilient as we thought.
Fitness apps cause misery as calorie tracking harms mental health
Leading psychologists warn that fitness tracking apps and calorie counters are creating unhealthy relationships with food and exercise, with many users experiencing increased anxiety and disordered eating patterns.
Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change
Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.
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