Month: May 2025

My sister was found dead. Then I discovered her search history – and the online world that had gripped her

Adele Zeynep Walton’s sibling Aimee was a talented artist who loved music. It was only after her death that Walton realised Aimee had been lured into a dangerous community – and that others may also be victims of it Adele Zeynep Walton knew something was wrong when she stumbled out of her caravan in the …

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What to do if your laptop is lost or stolen – tips for when the worst happens

From remotely locking it using a locator, to backing up a replacement, steps to help you secure your data Laptops are the workhorses of the world and can contain thousands of important documents, photos and treasured memories. Losing them can mean more than just downtime from work. Here’s what to do in the event the …

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Sex up the sexting! Why text messages are the hot new boom area in TV shows

What makes for a believable texting – or sexting – exchange? And why has this suddenly become so crucial for a character’s credibility? We meet the teams who agonise over writing lines that only appear on screen for seconds In the final episode of Ted Lasso’s second season, Ted sends a text to his ex-wife …

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If Ted Talks are getting shorter, what does that say about our attention spans?

According to novelist Elif Shafak, the platform insisted she keep her talk snappy because viewers can’t focus for 19 minutes. Now … where was I? Name: Ted Talks Age: Ted started in 1984. Continue reading… According to novelist Elif Shafak, the platform insisted she keep her talk snappy because viewers can’t focus for 19 minutes. …

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This livestream of baby bald eagles is the only thing keeping me sane

A YouTube video feed of eagles Jackie and Shadow and their two children has given me hope the internet isn’t all bad Tell us: how has your sex life changed after 60? The internet is an unpleasant place, full of grim headlines, misinformation and social media content designed to make you feel ugly and unsuccessful. …

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Apple’s triple threat: tariffs, AI troubles and a Fortnite fail

Once unshakable, Apple is showing rare signs of strain. Meanwhile, OpenAI bets billions on its next act, and Trump’s crypto fans lose millions Hello, and welcome to TechScape. This week in tech: Apple struggles on multiple fronts, OpenAI grows increasingly ambitious, and Trump helps some of his fans lose money on cryptocurrency. Continue reading… Once …

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These robot cats have glowing eyes and artificial heartbeats – and could help reduce stress in children

Lifesize interactive pets touring libraries in Blue Mountains are also touted as being able to comfort people living with anxiety or dementia Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast At Springwood library in the Blue Mountains, a librarian appears with a cat carrier in each hand. About 30 children gather around …

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Pornhub and three other adult websites face EU child safety investigation

European Commission alleges the verification systems are ineffective to prevent under-18s from watching The EU executive has launched an investigation into four pornographic websites over alleged failure to prevent children from seeing adult content. After analysis of company policies, the European Commission accused Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos of failing to have effective age verification …

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Anti-Musk sentiment runs high in Australian city as 95% of submissions oppose land sale to Tesla

Council in Adelaide censors strong language in some of the nearly 1,000 submissions that called for proposal to be struck down Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Elon Musk’s so-called “brand destruction” is in full flight in Adelaide, where residents have voted overwhelmingly to reject plans for a Tesla factory. …

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‘Every time I took a shower I thought, ‘Is he watching me?’ – the terrifying rise of secret cameras

Anyone can buy a tiny spy camera and hide it in a mirror, fake smoke alarm or public toilet. But why would they? As cases of voyeurism against women soar in the UK, victims say it’s too easy for men to get away with it The first time Heidi Marney took a bath in her …

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