Major Optus outage blocks 000 calls for thousands
A major Optus network failure has left nearly 100,000 customers in Queensland unable to call emergency services. The telco is working to restore services. Read the latest.
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Man publicly executed in Afghan stadium, 12th since Taliban return
A man convicted of a multiple murder was publicly executed in eastern Afghanistan, marking the 12th such execution since the Taliban regained power. The UN condemns the act as 'inhumane'.
UK landline switch-off: 12 postcodes next on list
The first UK landline exchange has been switched off as part of the national digital upgrade. Discover the 12 postcodes next in line and what this fibre transition means for you.
Reeves summons telecoms bosses over price rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves demands telecoms firms protect consumers from unexpected mid-contract price increases. Find out how this affects your mobile and broadband bills.
Optus Outage Blocks 14,000 Emergency Calls
A major Optus telecoms outage has prevented over 14,000 people from accessing emergency services. Learn the causes and implications of this critical failure.
Verizon lays off over 13,000 employees
Verizon announces over 13,000 job cuts and store conversions as new CEO Dan Schulman reorients the telecom giant towards customer focus. Discover the full story.
Landline Renaissance: How Phone Culture Changed
As landlines make a comeback, explore how phone communication has evolved from family affairs to private smartphone conversations. Discover the social shift in British households.
TalkTalk announces £4 monthly price rise for new customers
TalkTalk increases prices for new and re-contracting customers by £4 monthly from April 2026. Discover how this compares to other providers and what it means for your bills.
Verizon to cut 15,000 jobs in major restructuring
Verizon announces its largest-ever layoffs, cutting 15,000 jobs and converting corporate stores to franchises. New CEO Dan Schulman aims for a 'leaner, scrappier' business. Read more.
Verizon to cut 15,000 jobs in historic layoffs
Verizon announces its biggest-ever job cuts, slashing 15,000 roles as customer losses mount and price hikes backfire. Discover the full story behind the telecom giant's crisis.
UK Mobile Price Hikes: Major Providers Increase Bills
Millions of UK mobile and broadband customers face price increases of up to 8.8% as major providers implement annual mid-contract hikes this spring. Discover which companies are raising costs and how to potentially avoid the increases.
BT to cut 55,000 jobs by 2030 in major restructuring
BT Group reveals plans to slash up to 55,000 positions by 2030, including 10,000 roles replaced by AI and automation technologies, as part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy.
BT to cut 55,000 jobs in AI-driven workforce overhaul
Telecoms giant BT reveals plans to slash 55,000 jobs by the end of the decade as artificial intelligence and automation reshape the workforce. The restructuring will reduce BT's total workforce from 130,000 to between 75,000 and 90,000 employees.
Major Earthquake Rocks Northern Afghanistan - Footage Emerges
Newly released video shows the devastating aftermath of a major earthquake striking northern Afghanistan, with rescue efforts underway amid collapsed buildings and widespread damage.
6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Afghanistan - Multiple Fatalities
A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan near the Hindu Kush mountains, causing significant damage and multiple casualties according to latest reports.
6.3 Quake Kills 20 in Afghanistan
A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving hundreds more injured as rescue teams race against time in the devastated region.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque
A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.
Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe in T20 series opener
Afghanistan dominate Zimbabwe with a six-wicket victory in the first T20 international, showcasing their rising cricket prowess on the global stage.
O2 Price Hike: Martin Lewis's Urgent Warning
Consumer champion Martin Lewis urges O2 customers to check contracts as mid-contract price rises of up to 17.3% hit millions this April. Discover your rights and escape routes.
Worst UK Broadband & Mobile Providers Revealed in Ofcom Data
New Ofcom data reveals which UK telecom giants are drowning in customer complaints as broadband and mobile services fail to meet expectations. Discover the worst offenders and how they compare.
EE faces Ofcom investigation over service complaints
UK telecoms giant EE under scrutiny as regulator Ofcom launches investigation into customer complaints about broadband, landline and TV services.
EE Named Worst UK Broadband Provider in Ofcom Report
Shocking Ofcom data reveals EE is Britain's most complained-about broadband provider as customers face endless connection woes and poor service.
Disney channels vanish from YouTube TV in fee dispute
Millions of YouTube TV subscribers face programming blackout as Disney and Google clash over distribution rights in tense contract negotiations affecting ESPN and local ABC stations.
Vodafone has most mobile customer complaints - Ofcom
Ofcom reveals Vodafone received the most customer grievances among major mobile providers, while Tesco Mobile emerges as least complained-about operator.
O2 confirms 8.8% price hike for mobile customers
O2 announces significant price rises for millions of UK mobile customers, with bills set to increase by up to 8.8% this April. Find out how this affects you and what your rights are.
Premier League TV blackout crisis: 3pm rule under threat
The Premier League's historic 3pm Saturday TV blackout faces unprecedented pressure as streaming giants and international broadcasters challenge football's sacred tradition. Discover why this 60-year-old rule could disappear forever.
BT launches low-cost mobile brand to rival Revolut and Monzo
Telecoms giant BT launches new budget mobile service to compete directly with digital banking apps Revolut and Monzo in the UK's competitive mobile market.
Mobile price hikes: O2, Virgin & EE confirm April increases
Millions of UK mobile and broadband customers are set for price increases this April as major providers implement inflation-busting hikes. Discover which networks are affected and how much extra you'll pay.
O2 confirms new mid-contract price increase policy
Telecoms giant O2 announces significant mid-contract price hikes tied to inflation rates, affecting millions of UK customers. Discover how this change impacts your mobile contract and what rights you have.
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