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Secret Service blamed for New York mobile network crash

An official investigation reveals how US Secret Service radio systems caused a widespread mobile network failure across Manhattan, disrupting emergency services and public communications during a critical UN summit.

Optus Outage: Triple-Zero Calls Failed, Lives at Risk

A major Optus outage left Australians unable to reach emergency services, with calls to triple-zero failing. A victim who collapsed during the blackout warns that lives are at stake, demanding an urgent regulatory overhaul.

Optus Fallout: Emergency Call Watchdog Still Not Staffed

Exclusive investigation reveals the Australian government's promised failsafe for emergency calls, the 'Triple Zero Custodian', remains unstaffed and inoperative, leaving millions vulnerable over a year after the catastrophic Optus network blackout.

Optus Faces Severe Fallout Over Triple Zero Failure

The Australian federal government vows 'significant consequences' for telecom giant Optus following a catastrophic network failure that prevented emergency calls and has been connected to multiple deaths.

Optus Faces Manslaughter Probe Over Deadly Triple Zero Outage

Australian telco giant Optus could face unprecedented corporate manslaughter charges as a national inquiry investigates a catastrophic 16-hour Triple Zero outage linked to multiple fatalities, prompting calls for massive fines and criminal liability.

Council's £10k error becomes couple's dream windfall

A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.

Ryanair passenger's Spain holiday nightmare ends in Scotland

A Ryanair passenger's Spanish holiday dream turned into a baffling nightmare after a catastrophic booking error sent her to the wrong country. Discover the full story of the airport mix-up that left her stranded 1,300 miles from her intended destination.

HSBC and First Direct Hit Major Online Banking Outage

Thousands of HSBC and First Direct customers across the UK were unable to access their online and mobile banking services due to a significant technical outage, with the bank issuing an apology and working to resolve the 'ERR03' error.

Jennie Garth's Pregnancy Misdiagnosis Shock Revealed

Beverly Hills, 90210 actress Jennie Garth opens up about a traumatic medical misdiagnosis where doctors incorrectly told her she was pregnant, sharing her emotional journey and the impact it had on her life.

SpaceX Seeks UK Approval for London Starlink Base

Elon Musk's SpaceX is seeking UK regulatory approval to operate its Starlink satellite internet services from a new London base, marking a major expansion into the British telecom market.

Family's 1,800-mile dash after booking Cornwall in Spain

A British family's dream holiday to Cornwall turned into an 18-hour, 1,800-mile nightmare after a booking error sent them to the wrong country. Discover how their Spanish detour became a frantic race against time.

Homeowner billed £300k for land he doesn't own

A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover

Teen dies after hospital migraine misdiagnosis blunder

Exclusive investigation reveals catastrophic medical failures at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital led to the preventable death of 18-year-old Mabel Gondor. A story of misdiagnosis, systemic errors, and a family's search for answers.

Israeli Embassy's Major Blunder Naming Australian PM

The Israeli Embassy faces a major diplomatic incident after a social media post mistakenly identified Australian PM Anthony Albanese as a critic of Israel, sparking outrage and demands for an apology.

Widow's NHS nightmare: Gaviscon for fatal aortic tear

Exclusive: A devastated partner reveals how hospital doctors dismissed his fiancée's fatal condition as acid reflux, prescribing Gaviscon just days before her tragic death from an aortic dissection.

WH Smith Profit Warning After £30m Accounting Error

High street giant WH Smith has been forced to issue a dramatic profit warning after uncovering a significant £30 million accounting error, sending shockwaves through the retail sector and prompting a sharp drop in its share price.

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