Iran may lift internet ban after protests and state TV hack
Iran may restore internet access days after mass protests and a state TV hack broadcast messages from Trump and the exiled shah's son. Read the latest on the crisis.
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UK's Slowest Broadband Streets Exposed in New Study
New research identifies the UK streets with the worst broadband speeds. Port Talbot's Heol-Y-Fedw is the slowest, with download speeds making streaming impossible. Find out if your area is affected.
Iranians use Turkey border to bypass internet blackouts
Iranians are making brief trips across the Turkish border to access the internet, circumventing government-imposed blackouts at home. Discover the human impact of the communications shutdown.
Iran Plans Permanent Break from Global Internet
Iran plans to permanently disconnect from the global internet, restricting access to a vetted few. Activists warn of a 'terrifying' digital isolation. Read the full report.
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Iran Jams Starlink to Enforce Internet Blackout
Iran is using GPS jamming to disable Starlink terminals during a nationwide internet shutdown, aiming to conceal a brutal crackdown on protesters. Discover how the regime maintains control.
Iran Jams Starlink to Conceal Protest Crackdown
Iran is using GPS jamming to disrupt Starlink satellites, aiming to hide a brutal crackdown on protests. Experts warn of a desperate regime tactic. Read the full analysis.
Mother's fight for answers over son's online death
Ellen Roome breaks down on BBC Breakfast as police confirm data exists that could explain her 14-year-old son Jools's death in 2022, suspected to be from a failed online challenge.
Iran restores some calls abroad, internet still cut
Iran partially restored international calling on Tuesday, but a nationwide internet blackout continues following a crackdown on protests. Get the latest details on the communications blockade.
Iran's Starlink lifeline defies internet blackout
Amid Iran's severe internet shutdown, a clandestine network of smuggled Starlink terminals provides a vital, dangerous link to the outside world for protesters. Discover how this tech ecosystem operates.
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Iran's Starlink Lifeline Defies Severe Internet Blackout
As Iran enforces its most severe internet shutdown in years, a clandestine network of smuggled Starlink terminals provides a vital, dangerous link to the outside world for protesters.
Iran's precise internet blackout enters 36 hours
Iran's unprecedented internet shutdown, now lasting 36 hours, is chillingly precise, allowing government posts while isolating protesters. Experts warn this sophisticated censorship may last.
Iran's sophisticated internet blackout enters second day
Iran's unprecedented internet shutdown, now lasting 36 hours, is described as chillingly precise. Experts warn this sophisticated censorship could last a long time. Read the full analysis.
Viral vandalism video falsely claimed to be in London
A video of New Year vandalism widely shared as being in London was actually filmed in Islamabad, Pakistan. Our fact check confirms the location with maps and local reports.
UK families embrace 'digital sabbath' to disconnect online
A growing movement of UK households are switching off their internet at weekends to reclaim family time and mental wellbeing. Discover the benefits of an 'analogue' weekend.
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A major outage reveals how little-known firms hold a 'secret grip' on our internet. Discover the fragile systems modern life depends on and why contingency planning is now urgent.
Global Internet Outage: Cloudflare Down, Major Sites Affected
A major worldwide internet outage has brought down Cloudflare, X, Substack, and Canva. Users report '500 server errors'. Follow live updates.
Cloudflare outage causes widespread website failures
A major Cloudflare outage on Friday morning left numerous websites inaccessible, highlighting the fragility of key internet infrastructure. Discover which sites were affected and why.
Russia restricts Apple's FaceTime citing security concerns
Russian authorities have restricted Apple's FaceTime, the latest in a series of moves to control online communications. Experts warn of a broader crackdown on digital freedoms. Read the full analysis.
Charlie Kirk is Wikipedia's most-read article in 2025
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk's Wikipedia page was viewed nearly 45m times in 2025, topping the annual list following his fatal shooting at a university debate. Discover the full top 20.
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Russia's communications watchdog threatens a total WhatsApp ban over non-compliance with local laws. Learn how this impacts digital freedoms and secure communication.
Tech critic explains the 'enshittification' of the internet
Tech critic Corey Doctorow reveals his three-step theory of 'enshittification', explaining why platforms like Amazon and Google are getting worse. Discover what can be done to stop the decline.
Russia's mobile internet blackouts disrupt daily life
Widespread mobile internet shutdowns across Russia, justified as anti-drone measures, are crippling payments, healthcare, and communications, fuelling public frustration.
2.2 Billion People Never Used Internet, Says UN
A UN report reveals a shocking 2.2 billion people have never been online, with the digital divide concentrated in the world's poorest nations. Discover the full findings and the push for universal connectivity.
Why the Mountain Icon Means 'Missing Image'
Discover the fascinating origins of the internet's most famous placeholder icon - the little mountain range that signifies missing images across digital platforms. Explore its history and cultural significance.
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New analysis reveals Generation X, not millennials, are driving online populist movements. Discover why this overlooked generation is reshaping digital politics across Britain.
Teen couple beats internet ban to find true love
A remarkable love story emerges as 19-year-olds Kaden and Ruby defy internet restrictions to build their relationship, proving true connection transcends digital barriers in modern Britain.
Internet fragility, modern cool & Don McCullin's legacy
Dive into this week's must-read articles exploring internet fragility, the evolution of coolness, and legendary photographer Don McCullin's most powerful shots. Essential reading for the digitally aware.
US House votes to ban Chinese routers over security
The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed legislation to prohibit the sale of internet routers and modems from Chinese manufacturers including TP-Link, citing critical national security threats.
Internet's fragile infrastructure threatens digital collapse
Exclusive investigation reveals how the internet's physical backbone - from undersea cables to data centres - faces unprecedented threats that could disrupt our digital world.
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