47 m. ago ‘Alarming’ rise in regional internet censorship in China, study finds

Tens of millions of internet users in China’s Henan denied access to five times more websites than usualChina’s authorities appear to have implemented an enhanced version of the country’s internet censorship regime in the central province of Henan, subjecting tens of millions of residents to even stricter controls on access to information than people in the rest of the country.A research paper published this month by Great Firewall Report, an internet censorship monitoring platform, found that internet users in Henan, one of China’s most populous provinces, were, on average, denied access to five times more websites than a typical Chinese internet user between November 2023 and March 2025. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Trump reportedly to make drastic cuts to US National Security Council

Staff to be cut to dozens, with more authority expected to be handed to state and defense departmentsA large restructuring of the US National Security Council got under way on Friday as Donald Trump moved to reduce the size and scope of the once-powerful agency, five sources briefed on the matter said.Staff dealing with a variety of major geopolitical issues were sent termination notices on Friday, said the sources, who requested anonymity as they were not permitted to speak to the media. Continue reading...

Politics

16 h. ago Lando Norris spots 'complicated' issue as Monaco GP sees F1 rules changed in major way

Monaco has been known for processional races due to the lack of overtaking around the tight and twisty street circuit - but the FIA have introduced a two-stop strategy for this year's even

Politics

20 h. ago Olly Murs issues major health update after running off stage in Glasgow to see a doctor

Olly Murs walked off stage last night at Glasgow's OVO Hydro just 20 minutes into his show, explaining he was struggling with his voice and could not go on with his set.

Society

32 h. ago Twitter down as hundreds of X users report major issues and blast Elon Musk

X users who were somehow able to post from their profiles amid the disruption were quick to blast Elon Musk

Technology

33 h. ago Twitter down as users of Elon Musk's X app report major issues

According to Downdetector, huge numbers of X/Twitter users are struggling to use the social media website this evening - while others are having issues with the app and login page

Technology

42 h. ago Manchester Airport issue new statement after major change for drivers who pick up and drop off

Drivers no longer have to stop and pay when they exit the car park at Manchester Airport

Transport

51 h. ago Martin Lewis tells Labour there are 'two main problems' with Winter Fuel Payment plans

The U-turn on the Winter Fuel Payment cuts will have to overcome two major issues, Martin Lewis has warned

Politics

63 h. ago Warning issued for Brits buying chicken and potatoes from major supermarkets

"The party’s over — that’s gone. We’re in a new era now."

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65 h. ago Keir Starmer issues major DWP winter fuel payments announcement in 'U

The Prime Minister has said the move will help to 'stabilise the economy'

Politics

3 d. ago Liverpool transfer news: Milos Kerkez problem emerges as rival warned off Luis Diaz

Liverpool are set for a busy summer transfer window but their pursuit of Bournemouth star Milos Kerkez has hit major issues as they push to sign the Bournemouth star

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3 d. ago Welsh plans to tackle major issue 'could also be a way forward for England'

It has been described as a 'turning point' in how Wales tackles the problem

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4 d. ago Major warning issued over giant strawberries sold at Tesco, Sainsbury's and M&S

UK producers of the popular strawberry are warning buyers of the fruit to watch out because this year's 'giant' batch is so big that you 'cannot fit in your mouth'

Events

4 d. ago Brockwell Park festival organisers issue major update after High Court ruling

Brockwell Park festival organisers issue major update after High Court ruling  London Evening Standard

Events

4 d. ago How ‘scandalous’ Europa League final left Tottenham and Manchester United fans scrambling

More than 80,000 Spurs and Man United fans will descend on the Basque city and Miguel Delaney details how Uefa are suddenly facing major logistic issues for its showpiece event

Sport

4 d. ago Major UK bank issues huge blow to 1.9 million customers after BoE update

Brits may want to take swift action following the BoE's decision to cut the base rate to 4.25% - which has resulted in several banks including Ulster and Monzo slashing their interest rates

Economics

5 d. ago WRU issue statement as major change confirmed after 'difficult but necessary' decision

There will no longer be four evenly funded teams, the Welsh Rugby Union has said. WalesOnline understands the WRU's intention is to move to a three-team model

Politics

6 d. ago Tottenham issue major double injury update ahead of Man United Europa League final

The latest Manchester United news as we take a look at the latest team news from Wednesday night's Europa League final opponents.

Sport

7 d. ago Sky TV issues: Major update issued over compensation after mass outage

Several thousand customers are still without service - and it's now emerged that customers affected by the outage may be eligible for compensation, according to Ofcom

Politics

7 d. ago Do not eat warning issued as major supermarket pulls 'healthy' snack from shelves over fears they contain plastic

Food safety watchdogs stuck a 'do not eat' alert on four of the major supermarket's products. Customers have been asked to return any of the items purchased for a full refund.

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