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🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

300,000 Chrome users hit by fake AI extensions

A dangerous campaign has led to over 300,000 Chrome users installing fake AI extensions that collect sensitive personal information.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major '£3' mobile change in UK confirmed by Virgin Media O2

Virgin Media O2 is launching a new satellite-to-smartphone service that aims to increase mobile coverage in the UK, but will cost users an additional £3 per month.

Feb 26 • 13:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

WhatsApp Trash: How to Find It and Recover Old Messages

The article explains how WhatsApp users can find and recover old messages through backup options, despite the lack of a dedicated trash feature.

Feb 26 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Xbox apologises to gamers for 'flooding' them with bizarre test notifications

Xbox has issued an apology to gamers after a bug caused a test notification to be sent to users, leading to confusion and concern.

Feb 26 • 12:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

SIM Binding Will Be Implemented Starting March 1

A new regulation requiring messaging apps like WhatsApp to be linked to mobile SIM cards will take effect in India, affecting users from March 1, 2026.

Feb 26 • 12:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

VIDEO: A football challenge between a Sheikh and a priest in Egypt goes viral

A friendly football match between a Sheikh and a priest in Sadat City, Egypt, has captured the attention of social media users.

Feb 26 • 10:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Do you know how much you owe where? A clear online application will help you clarify it

A new online application aims to help users understand their financial debts more clearly.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ignore Scammy TikTok Videos Falsely Claiming Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna Is Dead

Scammers on TikTok are falsely claiming that Kenyan Senator Edwin Sifuna has died, using the fabricated news to trick users into subscribing to paid services.

Feb 26 • 09:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

IS: Samsung phones have drained themselves and stopped starting up

Multiple Samsung users are reporting issues with their phones draining battery and failing to restart, particularly after updates.

Feb 26 • 09:42 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
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'There's no shame in having an addiction', Prince Harry tells recovered users

Prince Harry acknowledges the challenges faced by those with addiction during a visit to a rehabilitation center in Jordan.

Feb 26 • 09:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Data for roughly 200,000 Coupang users in Taiwan compromised in last year’s leak

Coupang has confirmed that around 200,000 Taiwanese user accounts were part of a significant data breach affecting its global customer base last year.

Feb 26 • 09:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Everything omeprazole users need to know about latest NHS side effect advice

The article discusses important side effects of omeprazole, as outlined in the latest NHS guidance, for users of this commonly prescribed medication in the UK.

Feb 26 • 09:02 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Klarna: Over 280,000 monthly active users of the application in Greece

Klarna reports a significant increase in active users in Greece, surpassing 280,000 with a year-on-year growth of 65%.

Feb 26 • 06:08 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We have been squatted for ages": in Bordeaux, the ordeal of the residents of rue de Causserouge, HQ of dealers and drug users

Residents of rue de Causserouge in Bordeaux are struggling with rampant drug trafficking and persistent squatting issues in their communal areas.

Feb 26 • 06:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'All the Money is Sequestered': The Drama of Will Bank Clients After Central Bank Liquidation

The liquidation of Will Bank by Brazil's Central Bank has left many clients, particularly in the northeast, without access to their funds, causing significant distress among users reliant on the bank for basic living expenses.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mumsnet campaign demands ban on social media for under-16s

Mumsnet has launched a campaign advocating for a ban on social media for users under 16, emphasizing health risks similar to tobacco warnings.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Tilde" will provide translations in 34 European languages with artificial intelligence

The Latvian company Tilde has launched an AI translation service that supports 34 European languages, promising accurate terminology and natural language flow for users.

Feb 26 • 05:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Samsung users report tormenting issues - 'Shoddy service'

Dozens of Finnish users are experiencing severe problems with their Samsung phones following the latest software update, including issues with their SIM cards and data loss.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Users can directly report false and exaggerated smartphone subsidies

A new user participation reporting system will allow consumers to report false or exaggerated advertising and contractual discrepancies regarding smartphone subsidies effective March 3.

Feb 26 • 02:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

This is the sofa that fits a newlyweds' home... Naver introduces 'Shopping AI Assistant'

Naver has launched a 'Shopping AI Assistant' feature within its shopping app to help users find optimized product recommendations based on their shopping queries.

Feb 26 • 02:41 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

World's First Smartphone That Cannot Be Seen by Others Released by Samsung, AI Also Evolves

Samsung has announced the release of the Galaxy S26, a smartphone with a unique privacy feature that allows users to limit screen visibility to only those directly in front of it.

Feb 26 • 00:37 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

New Samsung mobile shields against curious glances from neighbors

Samsung's latest smartphone, the Galaxy S26, introduces a feature designed to protect users' privacy by preventing onlookers from seeing the screen.

Feb 25 • 20:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In California: the new law AB 117 signed by Newsom that affects public transport users

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law aimed at stabilizing public transport services in the Bay Area, providing $590 million to support recovery post-COVID-19.

Feb 25 • 19:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Types of Cars Drug Users Drive – Police Reveal a Surprising Finding

The Finnish police report a striking link between drug use and the types of vehicles driven by users, highlighting a serious drug problem in the country.

Feb 25 • 18:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Thousands more rail users to qualify for major discount within days

Thousands of rail users in the UK will become eligible for the Disabled Persons Railcard, providing significant discounts on fares.

Feb 25 • 17:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New information on the OmaPosti incident - information from one individual visible to all

A glitch in the OmaPosti digital services exposed personal information belonging to one individual to multiple users, raising concerns over data privacy.

Feb 25 • 15:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Important changes in the 'Smart-ID' app: What users need to know

The 'Smart-ID' app is undergoing significant updates with new features integrated directly into the existing user app without the need for a new download.

Feb 25 • 14:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Strabag will refuel its fleet at Orlen stations

Strabag has signed a fleet contract with Orlen for refueling, covering over 3,000 users and involving more than seven million liters of fuel annually.

Feb 25 • 14:22 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"You have to fight with customer service": users of Île-de-France transport complain about double-charged trips

Users of Île-de-France transport are voicing frustrations over being charged multiple times for the same journey, prompting Île-de-France Mobilités to introduce a mediator to address these billing disputes.

Feb 25 • 13:50 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘What the hell is happening?’: Metro users report delays of over 10 minutes on Lines 3, 7, and B

Metro users in Mexico City reported delays of over 10 minutes on multiple lines with no information provided by authorities about the issues.

Feb 25 • 13:31 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
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How you can download WhatsApp Plus APK: the latest version of February 2026

The article discusses how users can download WhatsApp Plus APK, a modified version of the official messaging app, while highlighting potential security risks.

Feb 25 • 12:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Dangers of Social Media: 'What is emotional gets clicked more often'

Darmstadt computer scientist Christian Reuter discusses how social media manipulates users and shares his views on youth bans.

Feb 25 • 11:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Department of DF calls SUS users to update registration data

The Health Department of the Federal District urges users of the Unified Health System (SUS) to update their registration details to improve communication and service efficiency.

Feb 25 • 11:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Investigation: Smart Glasses Share Private Content

An investigation reveals that Meta's smart glasses unintentionally share private user content, including sensitive moments such as sexual acts and bathroom visits, without users' awareness.

Feb 25 • 11:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

'Sara' personal information displayed to strangers - Posti investigates application malfunction

A malfunction in Posti's digital services revealed personal information of a stranger to users of the OmaPosti app.

Feb 25 • 08:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Post Office has a big problem - Petra saw a stranger's information

Finnish users have reported seeing other people's package information and pay slips within the Postal Service's Omaposti application.

Feb 25 • 08:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The 100 Critical Hours and the Rise of Energy Storage

The article discusses the upcoming Market Balance of Power (MBP) in Mexico, aimed at addressing electricity supply and demand, and its implications for users facing increased costs.

Feb 25 • 07:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

LED and its derivatives: Understand the difference between television screen technologies before buying

The article discusses various television screen technologies, primarily focusing on LED and its derivatives, and guides users on choosing the right technology for their needs.

Feb 25 • 06:09 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Use of AI: What Successful AI Users Do Differently – and Why Germany is Falling Behind

The article discusses how larger, more productive, and younger companies mostly in the United States are utilizing AI more effectively compared to more cautious German firms.

Feb 25 • 05:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Life sentence for $30. A pair of Ukrainians registered Starlink for Russians

Two Ukrainians received life sentences for facilitating access to Starlink satellite internet for Russian users.

Feb 25 • 04:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Coupang Data Leak Incident: 200,000 Accounts from Taiwan Were Compromised

The Coupang data breach revealed that out of 33 million affected customers, approximately 200,000 accounts belonged to Taiwan users.

Feb 25 • 02:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Signs of psychosis seen in Australian users’ interactions with AI chatbots, expert warns

An expert warns that Australian users are showing signs of psychosis and mania in their chatbot interactions, highlighting concerns over AI's impact.

Feb 25 • 01:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Vancouver city councillor apologizes for calling fellow members ‘drug users’

Vancouver city councillor Lenny Zhou faced backlash and apology for incorrectly labeling fellow council members as drug users during a controversial press release.

Feb 25 • 00:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Infestation of pigeons and corroded structure worry users of the UFPA Terminal in Belém

Users of the UFPA Terminal in Belém express concerns over a pigeon infestation and the deteriorating structure of the terminal.

Feb 24 • 23:44 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Beatings, threats, and doses in the drug users' woods of Rogoredo: 'Cinturrino? That cop hated us'

The article details ongoing drug trafficking activities in Rogoredo, highlighting violent interactions and a specific cop's antagonism towards users.

Feb 24 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

ChatGPT receives 1 million questions about local news each week, says OpenAI

OpenAI reports that American users of ChatGPT ask approximately 1 million questions weekly about local news events impacting their communities.

Feb 24 • 21:48 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

FantaSanremo, the points from the first evening live: bonuses and penalties artist by artist

The Sanremo Festival kicks off alongside the popular FantaSanremo game, with millions of teams and users participating and various scoring bonuses announced for the performances.

Feb 24 • 19:26 UTC

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