Astronomers may have cracked the decade-long mystery of LFBOTs - brilliant blue flashes from space. New research points to black holes violently shredding companion stars. Discover the cosmic revelation.
This Christmas, step back from screens and connect with loved ones. Discover practical tech tips for a digital detox, from Focus modes to time-lock vaults, to enhance your real-world holiday experience.
Space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock discusses her Royal Institution Christmas lectures, the search for alien life, and the revolutionary James Webb Space Telescope. Tune in on BBC Four.
Australian influencer Kurt Coleman was shocked after Instagram's algorithm resurfaced a shirtless Bondi Beach photo following the Sydney terror attack. Read his full response.
Fortnite servers are down for update 39.11, bringing the Winterfest 2025 event. UK players can expect downtime from 9am GMT. Get the full schedule and return time here.
Epic Games is giving away Hogwarts Legacy for free until 4pm GMT on December 18. Here's how to claim the PC game before the offer ends and a new mystery title arrives.
US senators unite to demand toy companies explain safety measures for AI products aimed at young children, following reports of inappropriate content. Read the full investigation.
Ubisoft's latest 1.1.7 patch for Assassin's Creed Shadows resolves critical performance and stability issues on the Nintendo Switch 2, alongside adding new finisher animations and an Animus Rift. Discover all the details and patch notes here.
Dave Portnoy announces a major partnership with Netflix, moving three Barstool Sports podcasts exclusively to the streaming giant in 2026. Discover what this means for the streaming wars.
The US Senate has confirmed billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as NASA's 15th administrator. The SpaceX ally vows to accelerate US efforts to beat China back to the Moon.
California regulators threaten a 30-day suspension of Tesla's sales licence unless it revises 'deceptive' marketing of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving tech. Discover the details and potential fallout.
The Steam Winter Sale 2025 begins December 18. Get huge discounts on Borderlands 4, Hades 2, and more. Your guide to the dates and deals is here.
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, are taking legal action against Meta, alleging its platforms' design flaws led to his death. This landmark UK case highlights the growing threat of online sextortion.
Australia enacts the world's first social media ban for under-16s, forcing tech giants to act. Could the UK follow suit? Explore the debate on youth safety and digital rights.
Eagle-eyed viewers spot a hidden movie poster in Fallout season two's premiere, sparking theories about Macaulay Culkin's mysterious Legion character. Stream new episodes weekly on Prime Video.
Netflix has secured a movie deal for 'Kingmakers', a highly anticipated but unreleased Steam game. Discover how this action-strategy title is joining the ranks of major video game adaptations.
Embark Studios is giving ARC Raiders players a free cosmetic from The Finals. Find out the steps you need to follow to unlock this exclusive crossover skin.
Netflix confirms the release time for all 10 episodes of Emily in Paris season 5. Lily Collins returns as Emily heads to Rome. Stream from 8am on December 18.
Hackers accessed the search history and viewing data of Pornhub's premium members. The breach, linked to ShinyHunters, involves over 200 million records. Read the full details.
A savvy US shopper with just £22 in her bank bought a rare Nintendo game for £6. Discover how her risk paid off with a life-changing £18,756 sale. Read the full story.
A new 'Crash Clock' warns low Earth orbit is a 'house of cards'. A major solar storm could trigger catastrophic satellite collisions within 72 hours. Read the urgent findings.
The Guardian has taken down a video after a standard editorial review. This action highlights the ongoing commitment to maintaining rigorous content standards in digital publishing.
Fallout's production team confirms the TV series will dramatically alter the New Vegas storyline, diverging from the video game canon. Season 2 premieres 17th December on Prime Video.
Fintech giant Revolut enters the UK mobile market with unlimited 5G data at £12.50/month, including 20GB EU/US roaming. Full launch expected in January 2026.
NASA's MAVEN spacecraft orbiting Mars has lost contact after observing interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, sparking theories and criticism over blurred images. What really happened?
Former Tory Chancellor George Osborne starts a new role at ChatGPT's owner OpenAI in January, as the firm faces major lawsuits over alleged copyright infringement. Discover the implications for UK creatives.
Elon Musk's X Corp has filed a lawsuit against Operation Bluebird, which sought to claim the abandoned 'Twitter' trademark. Read the full legal battle details here.
Elon Musk's X Corp has filed a lawsuit against a startup attempting to cancel the 'Twitter' trademarks. The legal battle centres on whether the rebrand to X constitutes abandonment of the iconic brand. Read the full details.
Hackers infiltrate a third-party analytics system used by Pornhub, potentially exposing user data and search history for over 200 million premium subscribers. Read the latest on this developing cybersecurity incident.
Former Chancellor George Osborne leaves investment bank Evercore to lead OpenAI's global government relations. Discover how he aims to shape AI policy worldwide.