Is freedom also the right to be killed for a cell phone?
The article discusses the tragic murders of two individuals in Argentina, illustrating the rising violence and crime linked to robbery, especially concerning personal items like cell phones.
Interventions in the south of Quito lead to the seizure of 33 cell phones and the withdrawal of 31 identity cards
Security forces in Quito conducted operations that resulted in the seizure of stolen items and the initiation of administrative processes against nightclubs for legal violations.
Three people arrested suspected of invading electronics store and stealing cell phones in MT
Three individuals were arrested on suspicion of breaking into an electronics store in Nova Ubiratã, Brazil, and stealing several items including cell phones.
66 stolen cell phones recovered at Montúfar shopping center
The National Police arrested two suspected thieves involved in the receipt and theft of mobile phones at the Montúfar Shopping Center in Quito, Ecuador, recovering 66 stolen devices.
Woman arrested with more than 10 stolen cell phones from fans during Lollapalooza in SP
A woman was arrested at the Lollapalooza festival in São Paulo for stealing at least 11 cell phones and a camera from attendees.
$130,000 in used cell phones, clothing, and shoes were seized in popular commerce centers by the SRI
The SRI in Ecuador has seized $130,000 worth of used cell phones, clothing, and shoes in efforts to combat illegal trading and tax evasion.
Duo arrested after robbery in Iguaba Grande; R$ 6 thousand, cell phones, and cigarettes are recovered
Two men were arrested in connection with a robbery in Iguaba Grande, Brazil, resulting in the recovery of R$ 6,000, several cell phones, and packs of cigarettes.
The brain of 'La Banda del Millón' is now hosted in the same prison as his sons and also without a cellphone
Hugo David Castillo has been incarcerated alongside his sons in a prison where they are denied access to cell phones and electronic devices.
Cell phones, computers, and other electronics can be donated during a fair in Teresina
Unused cell phones, computers, and other electronics can be donated at the 'Feirinha Verde' event in Teresina, aimed at promoting proper electronic waste disposal.
Democratic representative's staffer repeatedly posed as a lawyer for detainees, smuggled phone into Texas facility, ICE says
A staffer for Rep. Veronica Escobar allegedly impersonated an attorney multiple times to meet detainees and illegally smuggled cell phones into an ICE facility in Texas.
Cheap mobile phones: how to buy them starting at $700,000 through an auction
The Banco Ciudad and PAMI are holding an auction for used cell phones starting at $700,000, beginning March 27.
Suspect of raping three women arrested after victims' stolen cell phones were tracked in Bahia
A man suspected of threatening and raping three women in Bahia, Brazil, was arrested after the stolen cell phones of two victims were tracked to his residence.
PRF seizes 30 imported cell phones without invoices inside a car in São Sebastião
Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized 30 iPhones without invoices from a car in São Sebastião, Alagoas, after the driver tried to evade a checkpoint.
There will be a new ban for students in schools. The Minister of Education announced the date
Poland's Minister of Education announced a plan to ban the use of cell phones in primary schools starting September 1, 2026, as part of a broader legislative change aimed at addressing youth dependency on the internet.
Cell phones also 'suffer' the effects of winter: in Guayaquil it can cost up to $200 to repair water-exposed devices
The rainy season in Guayaquil is causing significant damage to cell phones due to exposure to water and humidity, with repair costs reaching up to $200.
This is how teenagers experience access to pornography on their cell phones: 'I don't remember when it was the first time'
Teenagers from Spain share their experiences of accessing pornography on their phones and the implications it has for their growth and awareness.
Operation Rastreio: police targets bank fraud with stolen cell phones
The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro has initiated a new phase of Operation Rastreio, focusing on a criminal group involved in bank fraud using stolen mobile phones.
It's not the cell phone or the shoe: the travel item with the most bacteria at airports is the passport
A new study reveals that passports, rather than cell phones or shoes, harbor the most bacteria at airports, raising concerns about hygiene among airport staff.
Letters from Readers: Outside the Law, Businessmen, Cell Phones in Prisons
A letter to the editor highlights ongoing investigations into irregularities in the AFA involving Pablo Toviggino and raises concerns about accountability for those operating outside the law.
'RecuperaFone' announces the names of almost 300 recovered cell phone owners in Manaus; learn how to retrieve devices
The government of Amazonas has released a list of nearly 300 recovered cell phones owners as part of the RecuperaFone program, allowing them to retrieve their stolen or lost devices in Manaus.
Young men delivering bricks in construction site were killed in AC after criminals checked their cell phones, police say
Two young men were murdered in Brazil after criminals checked their cell phones and believed they belonged to a rival gang.
Video: this is how the influencer who went to sell two cell phones in Barracas was shot
A digital influencer was shot during a robbery attempt while trying to sell two cell phones in Barracas, Buenos Aires.
An influencer was shot in Barracas while trying to sell two cell phones: the sequence was recorded
An influencer in Argentina was shot during a robbery attempt while he was attempting to sell cell phones, with the incident recorded by his camera glasses.
Actress Luisa Arraes reveals she was robbed in São Paulo by the 'glass-breaking gang' and warns: 'be careful when using your cell phone in a taxi'
Brazilian actress Luisa Arraes shared her experience of being robbed in São Paulo, warning others to be cautious when using their cell phones in taxis after a brazen incident involving the 'glass-breaking gang.'
Letters from readers: Road blockages, Judiciary, cell phones in prisons
Reader letters express concerns on issues like street blockages during the Women's Day protests, the state of the judiciary, and the presence of cell phones in prisons.
Couple who stole a cell phone store and R$ 100,000 is indicted in Pitangui
Two men in Brazil have been indicted for armed robbery and kidnapping after stealing R$ 100,000 and several mobile phones from a store in Pitangui.
Interrogation of suspect in journalist's murder in MS postponed due to lack of cell phone report
The interrogation of musician Caio Nascimento, accused of the feminicide of journalist Vanessa Ricarte, was postponed due to the absence of an important report on the analysis of the involved parties' cell phones.
This is the road control system that detects drivers using their cell phones at the wheel
Villa La Angostura authorities have announced the installation of new road monitoring cameras aimed at enhancing traffic safety by detecting drivers using cell phones while driving.
How the programs that recover messages from cell phones and are used by the Federal Police in investigations work
The Federal Police in Brazil utilize advanced technologies that allow them to recover deleted messages from cell phones without entering passwords or turning the devices on.
Cell phones are a $15 trillion machine spying on you, and this is a risk to freedom, says writer
In a recent interview, author Peter Schmidt highlights the dangers of modern smartphones, depicting them as tools of control rather than personal autonomy.
Highway Police seize R$ 345 thousand in cell phones and electronics without invoices on the highway in Rosana
The Highway Police seized around R$ 345 thousand worth of cell phones and electronic equipment without invoices in Rosana, São Paulo.
Vorcaro's defense requested access to technical elements for independent analysis of cell phones from STF
Daniel Vorcaro's defense is seeking access to technical evidence from seized cell phones to conduct their own analysis following his arrest.
A bomb that is difficult to disarm: Buenos Aires prisoners use nearly 50,000 legal cellphone lines
A case involving a soldier's suicide has revealed that prisoners in Buenos Aires are using legal cell phones to execute extortion schemes.
There is no light and your cell phone is about to die: the little-known way to charge the battery
The article discusses alternative methods to charge mobile phones during power outages in Argentina.
Operation seizes motorcycles, R$ 4,853, weapon, drugs, ammunition, and cell phones in Janaúba
A police operation in Janaúba led to the seizure of motorcycles, cash, weapons, drugs, ammunition, and cell phones, resulting in the detention of three men involved in drug trafficking and theft.
The phone cases of Vorcaro
The Brazilian Federal Police seized 111 cell phones from suspects in the Master case, five of which belonged to the bank's owner.
Three police officers are arrested for stealing 11 cell phones from bus passengers while on duty in RJ
Three police officers were arrested for robbing passengers aboard a bus in the Greater Rio de Janeiro area while in uniform.
No cell phones in the classroom: primary schools in the province have banned them, but not in secondary schools
In Argentina's Province, a new regulation prohibits cell phones in primary schools, but not in secondary schools, reflecting a shift in classroom management.
Petition: gathering signatures for Congress to consider a law that prohibits the use of cell phones and social media for children
Families are gathering signatures to urge the Argentine Congress to consider a law that would restrict cell phone use for children under 14 and social media for those under 16.
City: prohibits entering cell phones into classrooms and schools may also prevent their use during recess in secondary education
The City of Buenos Aires has expanded its ban on cell phones in schools from primary to all educational levels, encouraging learning with institutional devices only.
The City prohibited the use of cell phones in secondary schools even for teachers: they will only be allowed during recess if the school permits it
Buenos Aires has enacted a new regulation that bans the use of cell phones in secondary school classrooms for both students and teachers, permitting their use only during recess if allowed by the school.
In the same pavilion and without cell phones: the new destination of the members of 'La Banda del Millón'
Members of 'La Banda del Millón' have been relocated to the same prison pavilion where they cannot access cell phones or the internet, following a request from authorities due to their coordinated criminal activities from behind bars.
The Fearsome Million Gang Was Housed in the Same Pavilion Without Access to Cell Phones
The leaders of the notorious Million Gang, known for violent robberies, have been placed in a single prison pavilion without access to mobile phones to prevent them from planning further crimes.
A cache of weapons buried in barrels was seized during three raids in Santa Fe
In Santa Fe, Argentina, special forces conducted three raids resulting in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of a significant cache of firearms, cash, and cell phones.
Vorcaro will not be transferred to Brasília initially; 10% of seized cell phones have been examined so far
Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, remains in São Paulo after his arrest, with ongoing investigations revealing connections suggesting criminal activity.
Want to buy cheap cell phones? AACC promotes Solidarity Outlet with prices starting at R$ 810
AACC is hosting a Solidarity Outlet in Campo Grande, selling new cell phones starting at R$ 810 to support children with cancer.
MWC 2026: Starlink advances its next satellite 5G internet for cell phones and moves towards its own 5G network
Starlink announces plans to launch a new generation of satellites providing direct-to-cell 5G internet service, amid growing partnerships and potential rivalries within the telecommunications industry.
Police seize 96 cell phones, a gun, tablets, revolver, and ammunition in Paraisópolis
São Paulo police seized several illegal items from a residence in the Paraisópolis favela, including 96 cell phones, a revolver, and ammunition.
PM seizes weapons, drugs, and over 70 cell phones during operation in Paraisópolis, South Zone of SP
During a police operation in Paraisópolis, São Paulo, authorities seized over 70 cell phones, weapons, and drugs linked to criminal activities.
Prison Officer Arrested for Facilitating Entry of Cell Phones into Prison in Ceará
A prison officer in Ceará, Brazil, was arrested for attempting to smuggle cell phones into a prison facility, leading to the discovery of several devices.