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Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal resigns following violent protests and fatalities sparked by a controversial social media ban. The nation faces a deepening political crisis as internet restrictions ignite widespread civil unrest.
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Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the
Nepal's government faces international condemnation after imposing a sweeping ban on VPNs and streaming platforms like YouTube, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression ahead of crucial elections.
Facing massive youth-led demonstrations, the Nepali government has been forced into a humiliating U-turn, reinstating social media access after a controversial blackout.
Nepalese authorities launch a surprise inspection at Google's local office in Kathmandu, investigating allegations of significant tax evasion and illegal business operations.
Groundbreaking Oxford research uncovers a dramatic change in how teenagers use the internet, moving away from active social media engagement towards passive video consumption, with profound implications for their development.
Nepal descends into chaos as government-imposed social media blackout sparks violent nationwide protests, resulting in multiple casualties and a severe political crisis.
Nepal's government has enforced a sweeping social media blackout in a drastic attempt to quell violent protests erupting over a controversial corruption bill. The move follows multiple fatalities and escalating unrest in Kathmandu.
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
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Australia faces a devastating epidemic of online child sexual exploitation, with new data revealing an unprecedented 182% increase in reports. Authorities and charities issue urgent warnings to parents.
Exclusive: A damning new report reveals how the liberal establishment scorned Mary Whitehouse's warnings about online porn, a stance now proven catastrophically right as a generation faces a mental health crisis.
A fiendishly clever optical illusion is taking the internet by storm, challenging users to find a single guitar pick hidden amongst a chaotic jumble of colourful picks. The viral Reddit post has left thousands utterly stumped.
A Gen Z content creator's viral series schooling millennials on outdated social media habits has ignited a fierce generational debate online. From cringeworthy hashtags to oversharing, discover the 'rules' for digital survival in 2024.
Nepal's Supreme Court criminalises the ancient 'chhaupadi' practice, outlawing the banishment of women to menstrual huts. A landmark victory for women's rights and safety.
A shocking Netflix documentary exposes Kendra Licari, the Michigan mother who masterminded an elaborate online hoax, pretending her daughter was dying of cancer to con thousands from sympathetic donors.
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The world of social media is in mourning following the death of beloved nonagenarian influencer Baddie Winkle. The viral sensation, known for her rebellious style and iconic catchphrases, has passed away peacefully at the age of 96.
Sam Altman refutes claims that AI is flooding the web with synthetic content, but new research reveals ChatGPT alone could generate a staggering fraction of all digital text.
Centre Parcs has announced a significant change to its Wi-Fi policy, moving from free access to a paid model across all five UK villages, impacting millions of visitors.
Kathmandu faces an indefinite shutdown as a crippling general strike, led by the opposition Rastriya Prajatantra Party, protests a controversial river treaty with India. Businesses are closed and transport has ceased in the Nepalese capital.
Cybersecurity giant Cloudflare has successfully mitigated the largest recorded DDoS attack, a colossal 71 million request-per-second assault, marking a dangerous new era for global internet security.
The grim discovery of a man's body in a Nepalese nature reserve has been confirmed as a 26-year-old Russian traveller who vanished after trekking alone. Authorities are investigating the mysterious circumstances.
As children return to classrooms, experts reveal crucial online safety tips and the vital digital rules parents must enforce to protect kids from cyber threats, screen addiction, and harmful content.
Exclusive investigation reveals the luxury Surrey lifestyle of a notorious internet troll, who hides behind online anonymity while enjoying a life of opulence in an exclusive village for the super-rich.
A new derogatory term for robots, 'Clanker', is sparking a fierce online debate. As AI integration grows, experts warn such language could have serious real-world consequences for human-machine relations. Discover the origins of the slur and why linguists