The online firestorm following a shooting at an event featuring right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has ignited a fierce debate about memes, free speech, and the volatile nature of modern internet culture in the UK and beyond.
Discover the top 'dumbphones' of 2024 for escaping screen addiction. Our expert review covers the best basic mobiles for calls, texts, and digital wellbeing without the smartphone chaos.
A 33-year-old man from St Helens has been charged by the National Crime Agency for allegedly selling a lethal chemical compound online and encouraging suicide. Kenneth Law's case is linked to a major international investigation.
Exclusive: A mother's nightmare unfolds as a sophisticated online predator, now under FBI investigation, systematically targeted her young daughter with grotesque and perverted abuse from across the Atlantic.
Thousands of users worldwide reported a major Starlink outage, with services down for over an hour. Elon Musk's SpaceX confirms network issues and subsequent restoration.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves condemns Barclays' decision to withdraw funding from the London Underground's free Wi-Fi service, warning it damages both consumers and the UK's digital economy.
A new brain-teasing puzzle is taking the internet by storm, but only a tiny fraction of people can find the hidden panda. Are you one of the elite few with the visual perception to solve it?
Internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom faces extradition to the United States after New Zealand's High Court dismisses his final appeal, ending a dramatic 12-year legal saga over copyright infringement and fraud allegations.
New expert guidelines reveal essential controls and privacy settings every parent must know before buying their child's first mobile. Learn how to balance safety with independence.
Meta President Nick Clegg's new book, 'How to Save the Internet', sparks fierce debate. This review dissects his controversial defence of Big Tech and explores the urgent fight for the web's future.
Australia pioneers a radical online safety law, enforcing strict digital ID checks for pornography access. The move ignites fierce debate on privacy, effectiveness, and the future of internet regulation worldwide.
A major internet outage looms after a cargo ship's anchor severed vital subsea cables in Long Beach. The incident exposes the fragility of global digital infrastructure and raises serious questions about maritime safety protocols.
Home Secretary unveils groundbreaking legislation forcing tech giants to scan for child sexual abuse material, sparking fierce privacy debate.
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.
Exclusive: How a single, spontaneous TikTok video transformed William White from an unknown teenager into a global internet sensation, battling the dark side of viral fame and the pressures of a relentless online audience.
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.
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
A deceptively simple maths equation has sparked a fierce online debate, dividing social media users and revealing a common mistake in the order of operations. Discover the correct answer and why so many people are getting it wrong.
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.
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.
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.
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.