11 h. ago WhatsApp down as thousands of Brits report Meta app issues in 'global outage'

Messaging service WhatsApp has been thrown into a global blackout with users across the world struggling to send or receive messages from friends and family

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11 h. ago WhatsApp down LIVE as thousands of users suffer outage in worldwide blackout

WhatsApp is down for thousands of users across the world, including the UK, with users reporting major issues with both the app and the web application

Politics

5 d. ago Drug use in prisons hits 'endemic' levels, damning report finds

A Justice Committee report claimed a 'dangerous culture' of acceptance is now rife inside British jails, and that the ability of staff to maintain control is being 'critically undermined'

Events

7 d. ago Good Morning Britain interrupted for heartbreaking death announcement

On Tuesday's instalment of Good Morning Britain, the ITV show was interrupted to deliver a breaking report.

Events

8 d. ago Mpox symptoms explained as warning issued over 'global spread' of infection

Health officials say the 'unpleasant and painful' infection continues to spread globally

Events

1 week ago Revealed: The tourist hotspot where Brits report stolen or lost passports most often

Data from the Foreign Office has found that Britain's favourite holiday destination is a top spot for reports of missing passports.

Politics

1 week ago Rachel Reeves urged to hike taxes on HOLIDAYS at the Budget with new green levies on flights to plug £30billion black hole

The Chancellor should consider a range of levies on aviation to ensure the sector pays 'its fair share' towards Britain's Net Zero targets, according to a new report.

Economics

1 week ago Manufacturers hit by weakest demand for orders since 2020 amid Budget fears

MANUFACTURERS have seen the weakest demand for orders since 2020, amid high energy costs and fears about Budget tax rises. The Confederation of British Industry’s report found business sentiment has deteriorated. Manufacturing output fell in the three months to October. It was driven by metal products, metal manufacture and electronic engineering sub-sectors. Quarterly domestic and...

Economics

1 week ago ChatGPT is BANNED from popular phone feature affecting 50 million users

CHATGPT will be banned from appearing on the world's most popular messaging app as the AI tech wars heat up. Meta has decided no other third-party AI chatbots will be allowed on WhatsApp soon except its own, Meta AI. ChatGPT was made available within WhatsApp less than a year ago, giving users quick and easy...

Events

1 week ago ‘They can’t dismiss Leo so easily’: how the pope has confounded conservatives

As pontiff prepares for visit of King Charles, the contours of his papacy are slowly becoming apparentWhen King Charles meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican this week, the two leaders are likely to discuss pressing global issues as well as sharing a historic moment of prayer.In the face of volatility and rising nationalism, Leo, the first North American chosen to lead the Roman Catholic church, has begun to outline the contours of his papacy after a low-key start to his five-month-old papacy. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Covid experts issue face mask update as Nimbus and Stratus global cases rise

Face masks can significantly decrease the spread of Covid.

Science

2 w. ago BritWres Report: October and early November wrestling events you can attend, and who is North Wrestling?

Your guide to some of the UK’s upcoming wrestling events, and an insight into one promotion a month we think worth your time.

Politics

2 w. ago Parents will be able to block Meta bots from talking to their children under new safeguards

Measures come amid concern generative AI characters are having inappropriate conversations with under-18sParents will be able to block their children’s interactions with Meta’s AI character chatbots, as the tech company addresses concerns over inappropriate conversations.The social media company is adding new safeguards to its “teen accounts”, which are a default setting for under-18 users, by letting parents turn off their children’s chats with AI characters. These chatbots, which are created by users, are available on Facebook, Instagram and the Meta AI app. Continue reading...

Society

2 w. ago Abusive cat reported to cops after hospitalising other terrified moggies in vicious attacks and damaging properties

A BRUISER cat has been reported to police for attacking other moggies and damaging homes on a posh estate.  Elijah, two, has allegedly left at least four other cats needing a vet and neighbours are monitoring him through a WhatsApp group.  He has caused thousands of pounds damage scratching walls and carpets and spraying urine...

Events

2 w. ago PayPal ‘down in global outage’ as thousands report issues with major payment service

Thousands of users have reported wide spread issues with payment service PayPal going down, with business owners and customers unable to transfer money from their accounts

Politics

2 w. ago Top UN judge criticises Lenny Henry for using his report to claim Britain should pay £18trillion in slavery reparations

Comedian Sir Lenny Henry has argued in his new book that all black Britons should be paid reparations and suggested a 'Robin Hood tax' on financial transactions to fund it.

Economics

3 w. ago Gianni Infantino keeping ‘open mind’ about moving World Cups from summer

Fifa president says Europe too hot for July competitionExpansion of Club World Cup also being exploredGianni Infantino has opened the door to further winter World Cups and Club World Cups, saying football needs to “keep an open mind” about moving major tournaments away from the summer.Discussions are under way about the calendar for the period after 2030, which is a particular point of tension given the increased squeeze being applied by expanded competitions. Fifa has set up a working group to examine the issue, and the global governing body has given itself a headache by awarding the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia. That tournament will almost certainly be staged in winter, as Qatar 2022 was. Infantino suggested the sport should get used to untying itself from the European summer. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago IMF chief warns ‘uncertainty is the new normal’ in global economy

Kristalina Georgieva outlines mounting risks to economic stability before fund’s annual meetings next weekBank of England warns of growing risk that AI bubble could burstGold price tops $4,000 for first time as investors seek safe havenThe head of the International Monetary Fund has issued a stark warning about the mounting risks facing the global economy, saying: “Buckle up: uncertainty is the new normal.”As finance ministers and central bankers prepare to meet in Washington for the IMF’s annual meetings next week, its managing director, Kristalina Georgieva said the world economy had shown surprising resilience in the face of Donald Trump’s trade war. Continue reading...

Events

4 w. ago Keir Starmer's comments spark outrage on Good Morning Britain as viewers call him 'out of touch'

Sir Keir Starmer has left viewers of Good Morning Britain outraged as hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls report on the Prime Minister's latest comments.

Politics

4 w. ago Britain’s biggest film school trumps wider arts industry in diversity, report finds

The National Film and Television School, which counts Nick Park, Roger Deakins and Joanna Hogg among its alumni, has trained some of the creatives behind recent UK-made smashes including ‘Wicked’ and ‘Baby Reindeer’

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