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🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The War in Iran Has Driven Up Oil Prices and Disrupted the Republicans' Messaging

The ongoing conflict in Iran has resulted in increased oil prices, complicating the political landscape for the Republicans ahead of the upcoming midterm elections in the U.S.

Mar 22 • 18:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Check Rajasthan Board Result Without Internet, Learn the Trick

Students can check their Rajasthan Board 10th results without an internet connection through a messaging service.

Mar 22 • 09:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government Reactivates with the War

Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez instructs ministers on the need for resilience and unity amid an ongoing conflict, following a politically charged cabinet meeting focused on economic assessments and public messaging.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The electoral defeats of PSOE: claims to be the 'champion of public services' in regions where it reduces its funding due to the questioned pact with Junqueras by the IMF

The PSOE party claims to champion public services in regions like Castilla y León, despite implementing funding reductions that contradict their campaign messages.

Mar 22 • 01:08 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Russian Intelligence Services Hacked Thousands of Signal App Accounts

Russian hackers linked to intelligence services have gained access to thousands of accounts on commercial messaging apps, including Signal.

Mar 21 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Volleyball teacher fired from school after being investigated for grooming

A volleyball teacher in Belo Horizonte was fired following allegations of grooming after he reportedly communicated with underage girls using a fake identity on a messaging app.

Mar 21 • 19:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Shocking suspicion against Elon Musk

French prosecutors suspect Elon Musk of promoting the distribution of fake sexual images through artificial intelligence to artificially inflate the value of X messaging service.

Mar 21 • 18:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Albanese government's 'no need to panic buy' messaging fails to land

The Albanese government's message urging Australians not to panic buy fuel is struggling to resonate amidst local fuel shortages and rising prices.

Mar 21 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The Generation of Monologue: How Voice Messages Are 'Killing' the Art of Conversation

The article discusses the rise of voice messaging and its impact on conversation dynamics, highlighting a global study that reveals people spend an average of 150 hours annually sending and receiving voice messages.

Mar 21 • 17:06 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

On the Eve of the Vote, the Left Clings to Marisa Laurito

As the Italian referendum approaches, the left appears to be relying on popular actress Marisa Laurito for support, raising questions about their messaging effectiveness.

Mar 21 • 15:13 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

Russian Intelligence targets American messaging app users, FBI says

The FBI has reported that Russian intelligence-linked hackers are targeting high-profile U.S. messaging app users, including government officials and journalists, resulting in significant account breaches.

Mar 21 • 14:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

New Feature for Secret Messages, Will Disappear After Reading

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows messages to disappear immediately after being read, currently in beta testing.

Mar 21 • 03:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Via Araucária's app now offers video and messaging support

The Via Araucária app introduces a new feature allowing drivers to request assistance via video call or messaging directly from the app.

Mar 20 • 19:13 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Zelensky Says Ukraine Targeting Kremlin-Backed Messaging App Max

Ukrainian President Zelensky announced efforts to infiltrate Russia's state-backed messaging app, Max, amid increasing restrictions on popular services like Telegram and WhatsApp in the country.

Mar 20 • 15:47 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy on new Kremlin messaging app where Russians are being pushed: We will get to Max as well

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the challenges posed by Russia's new messaging app, Max, and the potential impacts of social media restrictions on public sentiment in Russia.

Mar 20 • 14:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Russians resumed sending emails due to internet and messaging service blockages in the country

Russians are increasingly using email for communication as messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram face significant restrictions.

Mar 19 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FACT: Unifesp tests 'tumor freezing' technique against early breast cancer

Unifesp in Brazil is testing an innovative 'tumor freezing' technique for early-stage breast cancer treatment, but viral messaging surrounding it contains inaccuracies.

Mar 19 • 19:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

WhatsApp says small businesses will subsidize OpenAI after Cade's decision

WhatsApp has announced that small and medium enterprises will subsidize major AI companies like OpenAI following a regulatory decision against its chatbot messaging fees in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 18:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Huw Edwards' vile 'texts laid bare - 'big boy' student, nudes and lewd demands'

Huw Edwards, a prominent BBC newsreader, faces scandal after allegations of inappropriate messaging and lewd demands come to light, revealing a stark contrast to his public persona.

Mar 19 • 17:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Amitabh hasn't forgotten friendship, Prem Chopra fell ill, gets daily messages inquiring about his wellbeing

Amitabh Bachchan has been showing concern for his fellow actor Prem Chopra's health by messaging him daily since Chopra fell ill.

Mar 19 • 14:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Politico: This is the White House's Plan to Market the Iran War Online

Politico reports that the Trump administration is challenging decades of presidential protocol regarding war messaging by portraying the Iran conflict as a violent video game, causing confusion among defense officials and Congress members.

Mar 19 • 01:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Moscow Darkened – The Use of Finnish Technology Exploded

Text messaging has surged dramatically in Moscow due to disruptions in mobile internet services, attributed to Finnish technology.

Mar 19 • 00:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seizure of mobile phone helps police discover PCC message group in Paraná

The seizure of a mobile phone in 2025 has aided the Paraná Civil Police in uncovering a messaging group linked to the Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) criminal faction.

Mar 18 • 18:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Video Games: PEGI Classification Integrates New Criteria to Better Protect Players

The PEGI classification for video games will include new criteria to enhance player protection, particularly regarding unrestricted messaging and online purchases.

Mar 18 • 08:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Meta's announcement has put the privacy of 300 million Instagram users at risk!

Meta's decision to remove end-to-end encryption from Instagram's direct messaging service has raised significant privacy concerns for over 300 million users.

Mar 18 • 07:39 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Maps, walkie-talkies and pagers: Moscow returns to analog after two weeks without Internet

Moscow residents adapt to life without mobile internet by reverting to analog communication methods after a two-week blackout, affecting even popular messaging apps.

Mar 17 • 20:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The European Commission is concerned about the imminent expiration of a mechanism to combat the dissemination of child pornography images

The European Commission expresses concern over the upcoming expiration of a voluntary mechanism for detecting child pornography images on online platforms and messaging services.

Mar 17 • 18:41 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Telegram Blocked by 80% in Russia

The successful request rate for the messaging app Telegram from Russia has reportedly dropped to nearly 80%, with some areas approaching 90%, according to the publication 'Kommersant'.

Mar 17 • 08:42 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
🇺🇦 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 • 18:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The paradox is that the healthier we live, the greater the chance that we will live long and eventually die of cancer

The article discusses the controversial messaging surrounding cancer awareness campaigns, particularly criticizing the slogan 'Fuck Cancer' for potentially creating fear and polarization.

Mar 16 • 16:00 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
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Russia is trying to limit the use of Telegram on the front

Russia is reportedly attempting to restrict the use of the Telegram messaging platform among its front-line army units, potentially creating further communication issues for its troops in Ukraine.

Mar 16 • 12:09 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia fines Telegram messenger over US$430,000

Russia has imposed a fine of over US$430,000 on the Telegram messaging app for not removing content deemed illegal by authorities.

Mar 16 • 11:36 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Russia: $430,000 fine on Telegram

Russia has imposed a fine of approximately $432,366 on the messaging application Telegram for failing to remove prohibited content.

Mar 16 • 10:26 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'We don't run around ... saying we've got a toxic beer crisis': SA Premier backs algal bloom health messaging

SA Premier Peter Malinauskas defends the state's health messaging regarding the algal bloom, stating the term 'toxic' is overly broad and has been misapplied in the context of public health advice.

Mar 16 • 06:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Helle Ib: Mette Frederiksen dominated TV duel with simple messages, while Troels Lund appeared technocratic

The second major TV duel of the election campaign highlighted Mette Frederiksen's effective messaging against Troels Lund's technocratic approach.

Mar 16 • 05:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Digital Ambush: Understand the Investigation That Pointed to Husband as the Author of the Murder of a Canteen Worker in Tocantins

A husband allegedly lured his wife into a fatal encounter using a fake profile on a messaging app, leading to her murder in Tocantins, Brazil.

Mar 14 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Instagram's Privacy Ends! Meta Makes Major Announcement, End-to-End Encryption Will Be Removed

Meta announced that Instagram will discontinue its end-to-end encrypted chat feature after May 8, 2026, affecting the direct messaging safety on the platform.

Mar 14 • 07:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Ending the 'terror risk premium': how the Trump Administration now sells its rollercoaster with oil prices

The Trump Administration has been inconsistent in its messaging regarding the U.S. approach to Iran, oscillating between conflict and intentions while impacting global oil prices.

Mar 13 • 22:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Investigation points to husband killing cafeteria worker after scheduling a fake meeting via messaging app

A police investigation has led to the indictment of a husband for the murder of his wife, a cafeteria worker, after a fake meeting was arranged through a messaging app.

Mar 13 • 20:54 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Iran's new supreme leader's first statement: Takeaways, optics, messaging

The article discusses the key points and implications of Iran's new supreme leader's inaugural statement.

Mar 12 • 14:28 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Hackers Linked to Russia Target European Officials' Messaging

Russian-linked hackers are conducting an aggressive cyber campaign aimed at accessing communication apps used by European officials and journalists, as warned by Portuguese and Dutch intelligence agencies.

Mar 12 • 14:01 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Telegram disruptions reported worldwide

Telegram's messaging service is facing widespread disruptions affecting users in various regions, including Ukraine, Europe, and the United States.

Mar 12 • 10:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Managed Accounts: WhatsApp Gives Parents More Control Over What Their Kids Do on Messenger

WhatsApp has introduced managed accounts, allowing parents greater control over their preteen children's messaging activities.

Mar 11 • 19:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Minister Hid From Students in the Chamber. What They Were Messaging Him Wouldn't Please Him

Students protested against cuts to cultural funding in front of the Czech Minister of Culture's office, demanding more support for the arts and the resignation of the minister.

Mar 11 • 18:45 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

WhatsApp will launch accounts for minors: this is how you can control with whom your children chat

WhatsApp is introducing parental-controlled accounts for preteens that allow guardians to limit their messaging experience.

Mar 11 • 16:51 UTC

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