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.
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.
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'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.
Nando's is accelerating its UK expansion with 14 new restaurants planned by February 2026. Discover the full list of locations and the financial results driving this growth.
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.
Hawthorne by the Sea, a family-run Massachusetts institution, has served its final meal after 78 years. The community mourns the loss of a landmark that hosted presidents and locals alike.
Evan Glusman, son of Piero's Italian Cuisine founder, accused of threatening calls on same day as explosion. Police arrest separate suspect in blast investigation.
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.
A major Cloudflare outage has disrupted NJ Transit services, leaving commuters unable to buy tickets. The incident also affected ChatGPT and other major platforms.
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.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay faces criticism after his Boston restaurant displayed mugshots of notorious gangsters, forcing a swift removal following customer complaints about glamorising organised crime.
Technical meltdown hits Yum! Brands UK operations, leaving customers unable to access online ordering systems across Pizza Hut, KFC, and Taco Bell outlets nationwide.
An exclusive North London Italian eatery faces customer exodus after environmental health inspectors deliver scathing zero-star verdict, uncovering multiple hygiene failures in shocking report.
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
Former TOWIE star Elliott Wright announces sale of his Marbella restaurant Olivia's La Cala after devastating fire and mounting business challenges in emotional social media revelation.
The popular Australian-themed chain Outback Steakhouse is shutting down several restaurants across Britain, joining other casual dining brands facing economic pressures.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's restaurant group cuts 200 positions across London venues as hospitality sector faces ongoing challenges. The restructuring affects multiple high-profile establishments.
Channel Seven star Natalie Barr and her husband's popular Laguna Blu restaurant implements controversial child-free evening policy, sparking debate about family dining experiences.
A widespread Microsoft Azure outage has disrupted critical services including Xbox Live, Outlook, and Microsoft 365, leaving users frustrated and businesses scrambling.
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'.
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.
Australian tourists left furious after discovering unexpected service fee added to their bill at popular Surfers Paradise restaurant Norte Cucina & Bar.
TOWIE star Elliott Wright announces emotional decision to sell his iconic Spanish restaurant Olivia's after ten years, returning to UK to be closer to his children with starting bids from £5 million.
TOWIE star Elliot Wright announces emotional decision to sell his £5M Marbella restaurant Olivia's after ten years, prioritising family life with his children back in Britain.
An Arizona couple faces criminal charges after allegedly engaging in explicit sexual activity in full view of horrified diners at upscale restaurant Mon Cheri, with police called to intervene.
A severe power failure at Amazon's Seattle data centre has triggered widespread disruption across AWS services, affecting major websites and streaming platforms in what experts are calling a critical infrastructure failure.
The legendary She Restaurant, owned by TOWIE favourites Mark Wright and James 'Arg' Argent, has permanently shut its doors, marking the end of a glittering 14-year chapter in Essex's dining scene.
Discover Grace Dent's verdict on Fête in Chelmsford, Essex - where British classics meet modern flair in a restaurant that's rewriting Essex's culinary story.
Metropolitan Police launch city-wide search for quartet of female diners who fled upmarket restaurant without paying substantial bill in latest dine and dash incident
The Veeraswamy, London's legendary Indian dining establishment opened in 1926, could permanently shut down following a devastating legal dispute with its landlord. Discover how this iconic piece of British culinary history is fighting for survival.