Spotify suffers major global outage, thousands in UK affected
Spotify is down in a worldwide blackout, causing playback errors for millions. Over 10,000 UK users report issues as the company investigates. Follow live updates.
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Martin Lewis Warning on Bank Card Payment Rights
Money expert Martin Lewis warns UK consumers that recurring card payments have weaker protections than direct debits. Learn how to safeguard your finances.
Student jailed for 90 days over chicken 'rescue'
A California student is sentenced to 90 days in jail and a £80,000 fine for breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story on the controversial animal rights case.
Activist jailed for stealing chickens from poultry farm
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, was sentenced to 90 days for taking four birds from a Perdue plant. She argued it was a rescue, but a jury convicted her of felony conspiracy.
Activist jailed for 60 days after stealing chickens
Zoe Rosenberg, 23, sentenced to jail and $100k restitution for taking four chickens from a Perdue farm. Her defence argued it was a rescue from cruelty. Read the full story.
Instagram down in major global blackout
Instagram experienced a major worldwide outage on 4 December 2025, leaving millions of users unable to access the platform. Reports flooded Downdetector as the blackout hit. Read the latest.
Frasers Group sales fall as consumer confidence slumps
Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct and Flannels, sees UK sales drop to £1.3bn. CEO Michael Murray cites 'very subdued' consumer confidence and heavy discounting. Read the full analysis.
Frasers Group sales up 5% despite tough retail climate
Frasers Group reports £2.6bn revenue for H1 FY26, with luxury brand Flannels returning to growth and international sales soaring 43%. Discover how the retail giant is navigating a challenging market.
DWP Gains New Powers to Access Bank Accounts
The DWP has implemented controversial new powers to request bank details and deduct money directly from accounts to combat benefit fraud. Civil liberties groups warn of 'mass financial surveillance'. Read the full story.
Sports Direct customers threatened with court over refunds
Sports Direct is reportedly threatening customers with County Court action for pursuing chargebacks after porch pirates stole their deliveries. Consumer law experts condemn the aggressive tactics.
OpenAI Confirms Major Global ChatGPT Outage
OpenAI's ChatGPT suffers a widespread global outage, with users reporting lag, crashes, and timeouts. The company confirms it is working on a fix. Stay updated on the latest.
The Forgotten First Wives of Hollywood Legends
From George Clooney to Tom Cruise, fans are stunned recalling the first marriages of major stars before they found fame. Discover the stories of the women they wed before becoming household names.
MAFS Star Nicolas Jovanovic Expecting First Child
Former Married At First Sight groom Nicolas Jovanovic reveals he and wife Alex Caldwell are expecting their first child. See their beautiful beach announcement and wedding details.
Cook County Approves Permanent Basic Income Scheme
Cook County in Illinois has unanimously approved a permanent guaranteed basic income programme, providing $500 monthly payments to thousands of low-income residents following a successful pilot scheme.
New Prague-Berlin-Copenhagen Train Route from £57
A new direct train connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen launches 1 May 2026. Tickets from £57. Explore three European capitals sustainably.
Riyadh's New Direct Flights from London Challenge EU Breaks
Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, emerges as a unique cultural city break with new Virgin Atlantic flights. Discover ancient heritage and modern ambition.
Cloudflare explains outage that took down much of internet
A single corrupted file caused a massive Cloudflare outage, taking down ChatGPT, X, and other major websites for six hours. Discover the technical details behind the global internet disruption.
Cloudflare outage resolved after global disruption
A massive Cloudflare outage disrupted major platforms like X and ChatGPT. The company has resolved the issue and vows to prevent a recurrence. Read the full details.
Cloudflare outage causes major travel disruption
A major Cloudflare outage has disrupted NJ Transit services, leaving commuters unable to buy tickets. The incident also affected ChatGPT and other major platforms.
Major X outage disrupts thousands of UK users
X, one of the world's largest social media platforms, experienced a major outage affecting thousands. Reports of server connection problems surged after 11:20 GMT. Discover the full impact.
8 UK sites identified for climate change carbon capture
Scientists have pinpointed eight UK locations with volcanic rock that could store 3 billion tonnes of CO2, offering a potential breakthrough in Britain's climate crisis fight.
Logitech RS50 Review: Top Direct Drive for Beginners
Logitech's new RS50 direct drive wheelbase delivers 8NM force feedback, console compatibility & superb value. Is this the best starter kit for sim racing?
Santander £200 Switch Bonus: Eligibility & How to Claim
Santander is paying £200 to customers who switch their current account. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim your cash within 90 days.
Australia's First Aboriginal Treaty Signed in Victoria
Victoria makes history by signing Australia's first treaty with Aboriginal peoples, delivering a formal apology and greater self-determination. A landmark moment for reconciliation.
Qantas Plans Direct London-New York Flights
Australian airline Qantas announces groundbreaking direct flights from London to New York, slashing travel time and redefining ultra-long-haul aviation with new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk meme
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
Eva Air launches direct UK-Phuket flights year-round
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
Major Microsoft Azure Outage Hits Xbox and Outlook Users
A widespread Microsoft Azure outage has disrupted critical services including Xbox Live, Outlook, and Microsoft 365, leaving users frustrated and businesses scrambling.
Amazon, Microsoft & Instagram Hit By Major UK Outages
Major tech services including Amazon, Microsoft, Instagram and Facebook Messenger experienced widespread outages across the UK and Europe, disrupting businesses and users in what experts are calling a 'digital domino effect'.
Major AWS Outage Sparks Global Digital Chaos
A significant AWS infrastructure failure has triggered widespread disruption across major digital platforms including Microsoft Teams, Slack, and various business applications, highlighting critical cloud dependency vulnerabilities.
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