Tranmere power cut: Residents evacuated after huge bang
A major incident in Birkenhead has led to a large-scale evacuation and power loss for multiple postcodes. Emergency services are on scene. Follow for live updates.
A major incident in Birkenhead has led to a large-scale evacuation and power loss for multiple postcodes. Emergency services are on scene. Follow for live updates.
Floods and tornadoes have struck Spanish holiday regions, leading to fatalities and diverted flights. Discover the latest travel advice and recovery efforts.
Power cuts from winter storms can be life-threatening. Learn expert-backed steps for preparation, staying safe during an outage, and planning for the next one. Essential reading for UK households.
Yahoo and Yahoo Mail users report widespread login and access problems. Service disruptions began on Monday afternoon, with numerous outage reports filed. Stay updated on the latest tech news.
A major power failure plunged swathes of San Francisco into darkness, disrupting transit and Christmas festivities. Read the latest on the cause and restoration efforts.
A major power failure has left 130,000 San Francisco residents and businesses in the dark. Authorities urge the public to stay indoors amid significant transit disruptions.
A major power failure plunged large parts of San Francisco into darkness on Saturday, disrupting transit and businesses. PG&E is working to restore supply. Read the latest updates.
A seasoned traveller reveals the two lesser-known Spanish cities, accessible by train, that outshone Barcelona with their ancient culture and stunning architecture. Perfect for a winter break.
Spotify is down in a worldwide blackout, causing playback errors for millions. Over 10,000 UK users report issues as the company investigates. Follow live updates.
Instagram experienced a major worldwide outage on 4 December 2025, leaving millions of users unable to access the platform. Reports flooded Downdetector as the blackout hit. Read the latest.
OpenAI's ChatGPT suffers a widespread global outage, with users reporting lag, crashes, and timeouts. The company confirms it is working on a fix. Stay updated on the latest.
A severe bushfire near Geraldton, WA, forces residents to flee, closes schools, and leaves nearly 4,000 without power. Urgent safety warnings issued as conditions worsen.
A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv's energy infrastructure has left over 600,000 without power. Three killed, dozens injured. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Extreme weather grips Europe and Asia: 75,000 homes in Poland lost power due to heavy snow, while Sri Lanka faces deadly floods. Read the full analysis.
A 76-year-old man has died after severe storms with 100km/h winds battered NSW, leaving thousands without electricity and causing major Sydney train delays. Check your travel plans.
A sudden power outage at Stamford Bridge forced the suspension of Chelsea's Women's Champions League match against FC Barcelona. Discover how the blackout affected VAR and live broadcasts.
A sudden power failure at Stamford Bridge brought Chelsea's Women's Champions League match against Barcelona to an abrupt halt, disrupting VAR and live broadcasts.
A single corrupted file caused a massive Cloudflare outage, taking down ChatGPT, X, and other major websites for six hours. Discover the technical details behind the global internet disruption.
A massive Cloudflare outage disrupted major platforms like X and ChatGPT. The company has resolved the issue and vows to prevent a recurrence. Read the full details.
A major Cloudflare outage has disrupted NJ Transit services, leaving commuters unable to buy tickets. The incident also affected ChatGPT and other major platforms.
X, one of the world's largest social media platforms, experienced a major outage affecting thousands. Reports of server connection problems surged after 11:20 GMT. Discover the full impact.
A Russian assault on Ukraine's Odesa region damaged port infrastructure and civilian vessels, leaving 32,500 households without power. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Discover how Spain's grassroots energy revolution is empowering communities with 3,000 renewable projects. Learn how citizen-led initiatives are transforming power generation across the nation.
Severe weather batters northeastern Spain, causing widespread flooding, travel disruption, and emergency responses across Catalonia and the Balearic Islands as torrential rains continue.
Torrential rains trigger severe flooding across Catalonia and Balearic Islands, causing widespread disruption to flights and tourism as emergency services launch major rescue operations.
A violent storm system has unleashed chaos across Spain's Costa Dorada, with Barcelona facing severe flooding, major flight disruptions, and urgent warnings for tourists to remain indoors as emergency services battle the elements.
Maryland theme park experiences major disruption as electrical fault shuts down key attractions including the popular Wild One rollercoaster, leaving visitors disappointed.
Discover why the INIU Pocket Rocket is revolutionising portable charging with its ultra-slim design, rapid charging capabilities, and travel-friendly features that make power anxiety a thing of the past.
A widespread Microsoft Azure outage has disrupted critical services including Xbox Live, Outlook, and Microsoft 365, leaving users frustrated and businesses scrambling.
Major tech services including Amazon, Microsoft, Instagram and Facebook Messenger experienced widespread outages across the UK and Europe, disrupting businesses and users in what experts are calling a 'digital domino effect'.