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World

WSJ: Ukraine is unexpectedly on the offensive. With the help of Elon Musk

A recent report highlights Ukraine's unexpected offensive move following Elon Musk's decision to cut off Russian forces' internet access through Starlink.

Mar 23 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Through the Eyes of Sasha Mitrofanov: After Letnรก

The article discusses technical issues preventing page loading, likely attributed to browser extensions or VPN usage.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Central African Republic: Starlink Satellite Internet Network Now Available

Satellite internet service Starlink has been officially launched in the Central African Republic to improve internet access for its population.

Mar 23 โ€ข 01:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Residents of Saint Petersburg complain that mobile internet is not working

Residents of Saint Petersburg are facing disruptions in mobile internet access, with only government-approved websites operational in some areas, amidst warnings of potential internet shutdowns for security reasons.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

The Russian regime is introducing 'white lists', people unexpectedly lose internet access

Mobile internet outages are reported in some regions of Russia as the government begins implementing 'white lists' of permitted websites.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al Jazeera monitors the Iranian street's view on the war against Tehran

The article explores the rare opinions of Iranian citizens regarding the ongoing US-Israeli war against Tehran, highlighting a lack of information and the official narrative's dominance.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia continues to restrict mobile internet, introduces website 'whitelists'

Russia is introducing restrictions on mobile internet access, providing a 'whitelist' of websites that can be accessed during disruptions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 22:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Vladimir Putin Cuts Russians Off from the Internet. There Are Several Reasons

The article discusses the motivations and implications of Russia's restrictions on internet access, highlighting the concept of a 'sovereign internet' and its social, economic, and political effects.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA, the Statute of Children and Adolescents that establishes new rules for minors' access to the internet, comes into effect

Brazil has implemented new regulations aimed at protecting children and adolescents online through the Digital ECA law.

Mar 18 โ€ข 01:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Congo: President Sassou Nguesso re-elected for a fifth term, with 94.82%

President Denis Sassou Nguesso was re-elected for a fifth consecutive term in Congo-Brazzaville with 94.82% of the vote, despite concerns over low voter turnout and internet access issues.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alana Institute launches book on the creation of the Digital ECA

The Alana Institute is releasing a book detailing the creation of Brazil's Digital Child and Adolescent Statute, coinciding with the new regulations governing minors' access to social networks.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

New spots: see where and how to access free internet in Feira de Santana

Residents and visitors of Feira de Santana will have access to free internet in public spaces as part of the Feira Digital program.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions more households can get gigabit internet upgrade - check your postcode

A government-backed effort in the UK aims to provide gigabit internet access to millions more households, especially in rural areas, with a new postcode checker tool available.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: BDP of Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The article covers various news items from Brazil, including international relations, political operations, new legislation for internet access for children, economic developments, health news, and weather forecasts.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Orient Yourself by the Stars, Write Using Pagers. Russia is Massively Shutting Down the Internet and Preparing for Unpleasant Events

Russia is taking significant steps to shut down internet access, drawing comparisons to authoritarian models seen in China and Iran.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning PE Tuesday, March 17, 2026

European and Asian countries refuse to send troops to the Strait of Hormuz as Brazil faces multiple local issues, including a law regarding children's internet access and a police investigation into a doctor's death.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
Life & Tech

Aristocratic Access to the Internet - Huawei Router WiFi Mesh X3 Pro

A review of the aesthetically pleasing Huawei WiFi Mesh X3 Pro router, which challenges conventional perceptions of router design.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Messaging app 'Telegram' has ceased operations in Russia

Users reported that they were unable to access the Telegram service on both mobile and web platforms, amid rumors it could be completely banned by April 1st.

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Million British homes eligible for free internet upgrade - see map for full list of areas

A new initiative by the UK government will provide free internet upgrades to over a million homes as part of the Project Gigabit program to improve broadband access.

Mar 16 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula Signs Decree on Internet Content Prohibited for Children

Brazilian President Luiz Inรกcio Lula da Silva will sign decrees that establish regulations under the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute to restrict access to harmful content online for minors.

Mar 16 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Russians losing Telegram access as Kremlin moves to block popular messenger

As the Kremlin seeks to block access to Telegram, many Russians are experiencing significant outages with the app, reflecting a shift towards state-controlled messaging alternatives.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Russia begins to block popular messaging app

Russian authorities have started blocking the instant messaging platform Telegram, with users reporting significant access issues.

Mar 16 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Telegram is essentially not working in Russia

The messaging app Telegram is reportedly facing complete blocking in Russia, with users across the country unable to access its features.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Navigate by the stars, write via pagers. Russia massively shuts down mobile internet and prepares for unpleasant events

Russia is experiencing significant mobile internet outages, affecting residents' access to essential services and information.

Mar 16 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian government begins full blocking of Telegram

The Russian government has initiated a full blockade of the Telegram messaging service, causing widespread access issues for users across the country.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Congo-Brazzaville: Internet Outage Hits Congo-Brazzaville During Presidential Vote

A nationwide internet disruption occurred in the Republic of the Congo during the presidential elections, hindering access to real-time election updates.

Mar 16 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Electricity and Internet Access Limiting Rural Women's Growth โ€” Women Radio Boss

The Chair of Women Radio emphasizes how electricity and internet access are key barriers to the development of rural women in Nigeria.

Mar 15 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Data brokers accused of hiding opt-out pages from Google

A U.S. Senate investigation revealed that major data brokers have obstructed access to their opt-out pages by using code that prevents search engines from indexing these pages.

Mar 14 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Czech Train Stations Before and After. Take a Look

The article discusses the challenges in accessing a page about Czech train stations, possibly due to browser extensions or VPN issues.

Mar 14 โ€ข 14:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Moscow residents turn to pagers, printed maps as Russia enforces internet 'whitelist'

Residents of Moscow adapt to mobile internet outages by using pagers and printed maps since the government has enforced a 'whitelist' restricting online access to certain approved websites.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

How Adolescents Experience Access to Pornography on Their Phones: "I Don't Remember When It Was the First Time"

The article discusses how Spanish adolescents perceive and access pornography on their mobile devices, emphasizing their early encounters and the challenges posed by this experience.

Mar 14 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iran: Reports of arrest of suspect for 'creating a sales network' providing internet via Starlink

Iranian authorities arrested a 37-year-old man in the southern province of Fars for allegedly establishing a network to sell uncensored internet access through Starlink amidst severe restrictions on internet communication in the country.

Mar 13 โ€ข 17:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Kremlin practices blocking mobile phones in Moscow

The Kremlin has implemented a trial block on mobile phone internet access in Moscow as a security measure, causing significant disruptions for citizens.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Out of Coverage: How Iranians Communicate Without Internet in Times of War?

The article explores how Iranians adapt to life without internet access as they face ongoing conflict, highlighting their innovative communication methods and social changes resulting from the digital blackout.

Mar 13 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

No Internet Connection โ€“ How to Not Get Lost in an Emergency Situation?

The article discusses the importance of being prepared for emergency situations where internet connectivity may be lost, suggesting strategies for effective communication and access to critical information.

Mar 13 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Kremlin seems to be testing the closure of a large part of the Internet for Russians

There have been recent disruptions to mobile internet access in Moscow and St. Petersburg, raising fears among Russians about potential restrictions on online content access.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Through the Eyes of Saลกa Mitrofanov: Another Step on the Road to Russia

The article discusses technical issues faced by users while attempting to access content related to Russia.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Without protection and without internet, the war leaves Arab students behind

Arab students in Israel face significant challenges in remote learning due to internet connectivity issues and lack of computers.

Mar 12 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Russia Tightens Internet in Several Cities

Russia is limiting internet access in multiple cities, claiming security reasons for the restrictions, which are expected to remain in place as deemed necessary by authorities.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG unveils initiative to connect schools nationwide to internet

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an initiative to equip schools nationwide with reliable internet access to enhance digital learning and incorporate modern technologies into education.

Mar 11 โ€ข 09:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Abu Meri calls for considering ways to reduce uncontrolled internet usage for those under 15

Latvian Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri advocates for regulations to limit children's access to social media as a means to address growing mental health concerns.

Mar 11 โ€ข 05:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Limit Access to Online Pornography

Jonas Paulsson advocates for Sweden to legislate restrictions on internet pornography, likening it to another form of sex buying due to the suffering it causes.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

In Iran, government-imposed internet outage has lasted over 240 hours

Iran has been experiencing a government-mandated internet outage for over 240 hours, affecting access to online content.

Mar 10 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

From Moscow to St. Petersburg: testing a drastic method of combat

Residents report disruptions in messaging services and internet access coinciding with alerts about drone threats in the Leningrad region.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Australia's online law tightens further: Those trying to access K-18 websites must prove their age

A new law in Australia requires internet users to verify their age when attempting to access content rated 18+, aiming to protect children from harmful material.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Are my parents alive?': how internet blackouts affect Iranians amid the war

Internet blackouts in Iran have intensified amidst ongoing military conflicts, severely limiting communication and information access for citizens.

Mar 8 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

LOT connects its Dreamliners to the internet. 'A natural stage in product development'

LOT Polish Airlines has begun implementing internet access on its long-haul fleet, starting with one Boeing 787 Dreamliner and planning to expand to two more by the end of April.

Mar 6 โ€ข 15:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Vlastislav Bล™รญza's Hit: Regimes Don't Change Out of Thin Air

The article discusses the challenges faced in accessing a webpage correctly and the potential causes of such issues.

Mar 6 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Freeview 'switched off' all you need to know as plans criticised

Growing concerns about the future of Freeview have led to a petition signed by over 110,000 people, calling for its protection amidst proposed moves to internet-only broadcasting.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indonesia will prohibit access to social networks for those under 16 years old

The Indonesian government will ban social media access for individuals under the age of 16 due to concerns related to pornography, cyberbullying, scams, and internet addiction.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:49 UTC

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