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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Legal challenge to Melbourne CBD search zone powers
The organiser of Melbourne's 'Greedozer' Invasion Day rally is mounting a legal challenge against controversial police search powers in the CBD. Read the full story on the fight for civil liberties.
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.
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.
E-Bike Rider Killed in Sydney CBD Truck Crash
A man in his 30s died after a collision with a garbage truck in Ultimo, causing major delays. Police are investigating the fatal traffic accident.
WA Bushfire Forces Evacuations, Leaves Thousands Without Power
A devastating bushfire near Geraldton forces residents to flee, destroys homes, and cuts power to thousands. Emergency services issue urgent survival warnings as conditions worsen.
WA Bushfire Forces Evacuations, Cuts Power to Thousands
A severe bushfire near Geraldton, WA, forces residents to flee, closes schools, and leaves nearly 4,000 without power. Urgent safety warnings issued as conditions worsen.
Russian Attack Cuts Power to 600,000 in Kyiv
A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv's energy infrastructure has left over 600,000 without power. Three killed, dozens injured. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
75,000 Polish Homes Lose Power in Heavy Snowfall
Extreme weather grips Europe and Asia: 75,000 homes in Poland lost power due to heavy snow, while Sri Lanka faces deadly floods. Read the full analysis.
NSW Storms: Man Dies, 35,000 Lose Power
A 76-year-old man has died after severe storms with 100km/h winds battered NSW, leaving thousands without electricity and causing major Sydney train delays. Check your travel plans.
Melbourne Police Get Warrantless Search Powers
Victoria Police gain controversial powers to conduct random searches without warrant in inner Melbourne for six months, sparking outcry over racial profiling concerns.
Melbourne police get 6-month warrantless search powers
Victoria Police can now conduct random stop-and-searches in inner Melbourne until May 2026. Human rights groups condemn the move as a 'vast overreach' of power. Learn more about the implications.
Power cut stops Chelsea-Barcelona women's match
A sudden power outage at Stamford Bridge forced the suspension of Chelsea's Women's Champions League match against FC Barcelona. Discover how the blackout affected VAR and live broadcasts.
Power outage stops Chelsea vs Barcelona Champions League
A sudden power failure at Stamford Bridge brought Chelsea's Women's Champions League match against Barcelona to an abrupt halt, disrupting VAR and live broadcasts.
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.
Trip CBD drink valued at £228.5 million
Trip CBD, the UK's sparkling water with cannabidiol, hits a £228.5m valuation. Loved by celebrities for its calming properties, it's redefining how we relax. Discover the story.
Russian strike hits Odesa port, causes power outages
A Russian assault on Ukraine's Odesa region damaged port infrastructure and civilian vessels, leaving 32,500 households without power. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Storm Claudia Causes Power Cuts and Flooding in Ireland
Storm Claudia has left thousands without power and caused significant flooding in Ireland. Get the latest updates on the storm's impact and ongoing recovery efforts.
Australia's renewable energy push backfires on power prices
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's rapid transition to renewables has triggered soaring electricity costs, with consumers paying the price for grid instability and infrastructure challenges.
Free Artisan Electricity: Your 3-Hour Power Gift
Households across the UK will receive three hours of complimentary artisanal electricity in an unprecedented national initiative. Discover what makes this 'power gift' special and how to maximise your free energy window.
Six Flags America closes rides after power failure
Maryland theme park experiences major disruption as electrical fault shuts down key attractions including the popular Wild One rollercoaster, leaving visitors disappointed.
Vietnam power cuts: Cities face blackouts in heatwave
Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience widespread power cuts as extreme temperatures push Vietnam's electricity grid to breaking point, disrupting businesses and daily life.
Britain's China Reckoning: Power Shift Forces New Strategy
As China transforms into a global superpower, Britain faces a critical moment of reckoning - from defence strategy to cultural attitudes. An in-depth analysis of the shifting power dynamics.
INIU Pocket Rocket: The Ultimate Slim Power Bank Review
Discover why the INIU Pocket Rocket is revolutionising portable charging with its ultra-slim design, rapid charging capabilities, and travel-friendly features that make power anxiety a thing of the past.
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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