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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Twitter, now X, turns 20 years old and the internet recalls classic tweets

Twitter, now known as X, celebrates its 20th anniversary with users recalling memorable tweets from the platform's history.

Mar 21 • 23:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BBB 26: Internet Users Criticize Reality Show Direction After Multiple Repeated Leaderships

Viewers have expressed frustration over the predictability and perceived manipulation in the reality show BBB 26 after a contestant secured a fourth leadership role.

Mar 20 • 11:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Reign of Humans on the Internet Will End in a Year, Bots Will Have Their Way and Traffic Will Explode!

The internet is facing a significant shift where bots are expected to outnumber human activity by 2027, leading to a surge in overall traffic but a decrease in genuine human users.

Mar 20 • 10:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

From Telegram to Terabox... News of Dhurandar 2 Leak Creates Chaos on the Internet

Reports claim that the film Dhurandar 2 has been illegally leaked online, with users alleging it is available in high quality on platforms like Reddit and Telegram.

Mar 19 • 15:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Your phone can be hacked just by opening a website, do this immediately to avoid it

New reports highlight a dangerous spyware tool that threatens millions of iPhone devices worldwide by hacking users' phones without needing them to download any apps.

Mar 19 • 07:21 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Is Donald Trump's Health Deteriorating? An Unexpected Moment Confuses Internet Users

During a speech at the White House for Women's History Month, Donald Trump appeared to confuse the names of his current press secretary and a former advisor, prompting discussions about his health online.

Mar 18 • 18:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"A recession indicator": McDonald's new $3 menu drives American internet users crazy

McDonald's is launching a new $3 menu in the U.S. as part of its strategy to attract customers affected by inflation.

Mar 18 • 15:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Six fingers, lieutenants, and empty planes: internet users search for evidence that Netanyahu is dead

Online conspiracy theories suggest that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu may be dead, citing bizarre claims and purported evidence.

Mar 18 • 13:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA: porn sites still do not verify age, and networks try to guess age range

On the first day of the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital) implementation in Brazil, several pornographic websites continued to allow users to self-declare their age without proper verification.

Mar 18 • 03:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Development through Withdrawal. Putin Shuts Down the Internet in Russia

Mobile internet in Moscow has been non-functional for over a week, with other regions experiencing similar shutdowns, as users are limited to state-certified VPN services.

Mar 17 • 16:21 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Žilvinas Žvagulis's youth video became a sensation: internet users compared him to David Bowie

A nostalgic video of Žilvinas Žvagulis performing a song from 1987 sparked comparisons to David Bowie among fans.

Mar 17 • 14:51 UTC
🇱🇹 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 • 06:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Platforms must verify users' age starting this Tuesday; see how it will work

Starting Tuesday, social media and online services must implement age verification for users to better protect children and adolescents.

Mar 17 • 03:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Russian Internet Control Grows: Muscovites Buy Walkie-Talkies

A new law in Russia allows the FSB to request internet providers to slow down or cut connections, leading to significant disruptions for users in major cities including Moscow.

Mar 16 • 21:31 UTC
🇪🇨 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 • 14:41 UTC
🇱🇻 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 • 13:53 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Media: Blocking of the 'Telegram' app has started in Russia

Users in Russia are reporting significant disruptions to the messaging app 'Telegram,' with complaints suggesting a possible crackdown by authorities.

Mar 16 • 13:22 UTC
🇺🇦 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 • 11:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'The Academy Doesn't Deserve You, Waguinho': Internet Users Outraged After 'The Secret Agent' Leaves Without Oscars Statues

Brazilian film 'The Secret Agent' failed to win any Oscars, leading to widespread outrage among internet users.

Mar 16 • 04:13 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Crime & Justice

Hellboy fans take note: Canadian piracy police are taking names

Canadian courts have ruled that an internet provider must disclose the identities of users who allegedly pirated the film Hellboy: The Crooked Man.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

A new Windows feature may confuse

A new Windows feature in Windows 11 directs users to Microsoft's Bing for an internet speed test rather than being built directly into the operating system.

Mar 13 • 08:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The anonymity on the internet no longer exists: this is how easy it is to unmask accounts with pseudonyms

A study reveals that artificial intelligence can easily identify users behind pseudonymous accounts by analyzing data traces they leave online.

Mar 12 • 15:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Through the Eyes of Saša 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 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

AI Ends Anonymity on Social Media: This Is How Easy It Is to Unmask Anonymous Accounts

A study shows that AI can easily unmask anonymous users on social media by analyzing their digital footprint.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A gap in the security of a Chinese giant. Expert: It is a disaster

The article discusses a security breach involving a major Chinese tech company, highlighting concerns over data privacy and the implications for users.

Mar 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

The best VPNs for iPhone, Android and laptops in the UK

The article outlines the best VPN options for mobile and laptop users in the UK, highlighting their importance for online privacy and security.

Mar 11 • 12:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Google's big announcement, Gemini has arrived in the Chrome browser, these will be the benefits

Google has rolled out its Gemini AI feature in India, enhancing Chrome's browsing capabilities by allowing users to ask questions directly on the webpage without opening a new tab.

Mar 11 • 11:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's warning for internet users: Do this immediately, or risk hacking

The Indian government has issued a significant cyber alert regarding security vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, urging users to update their browser immediately to avoid being targeted by hackers.

Mar 10 • 15:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A glance at rare footage from the capital of Chile stunned the internet users

Recent photographs capturing Santiago, Chile, with a rare clear view of the Andes mountains have amazed internet users.

Mar 10 • 09:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Web Browsers Will Disappear, This Technology Will Take Their Place, What Will Happen to Chrome?

Web browsers are evolving into Agentic Browsers that will perform tasks on behalf of users rather than merely displaying web pages.

Mar 10 • 07:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Have Iran's Missiles Started to Run Out? A Question Stirring Debate Among Internet Users

The article discusses the significant decrease in Iran's missile launches since the beginning of the recent conflict, raising questions about the status of its missile inventory.

Mar 9 • 15:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Two Porn Sites Blocked All Users in Australia

Two pornographic websites have blocked all users in Australia due to a new law aimed at protecting minors from harmful content.

Mar 9 • 12:27 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Mobile Internet Outages Hit St. Petersburg After Days of Disruptions in Moscow

Mobile internet outages have affected users in St. Petersburg following similar disruptions in Moscow, raising concerns over wartime communication controls.

Mar 9 • 10:11 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 08:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

VPN apps skyrocket in download charts in Australia as porn websites begin blocking users

VPN app downloads in Australia surged as several adult websites started blocking users in compliance with new online safety regulations.

Mar 9 • 02:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Macaques Do Not Abandon Their Young – So Why Did This Drama Unfold in a Japanese Zoo

A seven-month-old Japanese macaque, Punchi, has captured the hearts of internet users globally after being abandoned by his mother shortly after birth and raised by zookeepers at Ichikawa Zoo in Japan.

Mar 7 • 08:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Indonesia to ban 'high risk' social media for under-16s

Indonesia will start banning 'high risk' social media accounts for users under 16 starting March 28, impacting platforms like TikTok and Facebook.

Mar 6 • 10:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Free tools that reveal the falsity of images and news in seconds

The article discusses the rise of misinformation and the need for technical awareness to distinguish between real and fake news, particularly with the influence of AI-generated imagery.

Mar 6 • 08:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Do you recognize yourself in these descriptions? You might be a hacker's dream target

Nord VPN has identified specific groups of people who are at higher risk of being targeted by data thieves through the analysis of cybercrime data.

Mar 6 • 03:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

As the war continues in Iran, internet users are claiming to have found Netanyahu in Germany: he is not there

Social media users are speculating about Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's whereabouts, suggesting he might be in Berlin amidst ongoing tensions with Iran.

Mar 4 • 09:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mini blackouts on major social media platforms

Users worldwide reported connection issues on Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, along with TikTok, particularly in the USA, with problems resolved quickly but without a clear cause revealed by Meta.

Mar 4 • 05:19 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Osborn: I am going through the hardest time of my life

Television personality Kelly Osbourne has publicly condemned internet users who have harshly criticized her appearance and spread offensive comments about her.

Mar 2 • 22:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Tired of websites blocking your VPN? A dedicated IP fixes that

The article discusses the common issue VPN users face with websites blocking access due to shared IP addresses and proposes dedicated IPs as a solution.

Mar 1 • 11:44 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Back to school for Internet users: why cold records do not prove that there is no global warming

A Lithuanian internet user has expressed skepticism about global warming, pointing to recent cold records, despite scientific evidence to the contrary.

Feb 28 • 08:03 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Google dismantles 9M-device Android hijack network

Google has disrupted a massive proxy network that hijacked 9 million Android devices, redirecting their internet traffic without users' knowledge.

Feb 27 • 17:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Radosław Sikorski asked internet users for their opinion. Such a finale was not anticipated.

Radosław Sikorski conducted an unorthodox survey on social media, asking his followers who should become the future prime minister of Poland if the Law and Justice party wins the parliamentary elections in 2027.

Feb 27 • 11:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Milena and Samira Sarg become a 'ship' among internet users: 'We want a couple of women'

In the latest edition of Big Brother Brasil, Milena and Samira have captured the fans' attention, becoming a popular potential couple.

Feb 26 • 19:52 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

10 years of TikTok: The 'religion' of 1.5 billion believers

The article explores the cultural phenomenon of TikTok, highlighting its rapid growth to 1.59 billion users and comparing its influence to major world religions.

Feb 26 • 09:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The hospital showed pictures of meals. Internet users did not spare comments

A hospital in Gliwice, Poland, showcased images of its meals, sparking a mix of reactions online regarding the quality and nutritional value of hospital food.

Feb 26 • 08:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Help for animals put up for sale. Internet users outraged

A Polish pet food producer, Dolina Noteci, has expressed outrage after discovering that donated food meant for animal shelters was being sold online.

Feb 25 • 12:48 UTC

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