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Free Public Payphones: A Vital Lifeline in Australia

Australia's free public payphones are more than a festive novelty; they're a crucial safety net for vulnerable groups and a reminder of the immense value of universal public goods. Discover why Telstra made calls free.

Optus Outage Crisis Amid Amazon Mobile Launch

Major telecommunications disruption hits Optus customers as Amazon announces Australian mobile service entry. Stay updated on the developing situation and market implications.

Starlink rescues Brits from O2 network collapse

As Britain's second-largest mobile network crashes, leaving millions without service, Elon Musk's satellite internet emerges as an unlikely saviour for businesses and emergency services.

CBS Evening News Anchor John Dickerson Resigns Suddenly

Veteran journalist John Dickerson abruptly steps down from CBS Evening News, leaving the network scrambling to fill one of American television's most prestigious anchor chairs amid ongoing industry turbulence.

Bret Baier's CBS interview sparks media bias row

Fox News anchor Bret Baier's appearance on CBS News has ignited controversy after heated exchanges about political bias and media integrity, revealing deep divisions in American journalism.

Spam Calls Surge to Six-Year High in US

New data reveals spam calls and robocalls have skyrocketed to their highest level in six years, with Americans receiving nearly 5 billion unwanted calls monthly. Discover what's driving this alarming trend and how to protect yourself.

Chinese SMS scam stole £2.9 billion from victims

Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated Chinese criminal networks used simple text messages to defraud millions in one of history's largest telecommunications fraud operations.

Vodafone and Three Confirm UK Mobile Network Merger

Vodafone UK and Three UK confirm landmark merger to create Britain's largest mobile network, promising better coverage and 5G investment while facing regulatory scrutiny over competition concerns.

Sydney Protest & Optus Blackout: City in Chaos

Thousands gather in Sydney CBD for pro-Palestine demonstration while nationwide Optus network failure causes chaos and government pressure mounts on telecommunications giant.

Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services

Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.

Triple Zero Failure During NSW Bushfire Emergency

A major network outage during NSW's bushfire emergency exposes critical vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency communication systems, leaving rural communities dangerously isolated.

Optus Outage Blocks Triple-Zero Calls Nationwide

A catastrophic nationwide outage at Optus has left millions of Australians stranded without phone and internet services, with emergency calls failing and businesses facing chaos. The telecommunications giant faces scrutiny as customers demand answers.

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