Ban anonymous Twitter accounts to tackle cyber abuse, Government urged
Parliament heard the social media platform is ‘a real problem’ and ending the practice would open the way for prosecutions.
UK News|Mar 23, 2021
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Google searches for ‘hope’ and ‘prayer’ peak while ‘party’ and ‘festival’ slump
Google Trends search data gives an insight into the public’s interests and mood over the past 12 months of the pandemic.
Science & Technology|Mar 23, 2021
Science & Technology
‘Whack-a-mole’ approach to stopping online scams is not working, says Which?
Fake ads can remain live for weeks, even after public warnings about them have been issued, Which? said.
Science & Technology|Mar 23, 2021
Science & Technology
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games mascot unveiled as Perry the Bull
The choice of Perry the Bull as official mascot for the Commonwealth Games reflects the city’s long association with the animal.
Commonwealth Games|Mar 22, 2021
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Ten ways the coronavirus pandemic has changed society for good
Lockdown has forced people away from pubs, gyms and shops and turned their attentions to online quizzes, Zoom calls and Netflix binges.
Coronavirus|Mar 19, 2021
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Commonwealth Games will deliver ‘lasting legacy’ and 35,000 jobs
The 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are expected to deliver 35,000 jobs as part of a boost to the West Midlands and wider UK.
Commonwealth Games|Mar 19, 2021
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Google removed more than 99 million malicious Covid-19 ads in 2020, figures show
The technology giant’s latest Ads Safety Report revealed more than 3.1 billion ads were blocked or removed last year.
UK News|Mar 17, 2021
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Google halves Play Store developer fees
The tech giant said the change will see service fees cut by 50% for 99% of developers on the Google Play Store.
UK News|Mar 16, 2021
UK News
New Google Nest Hub can analyse sleep and offer tips for better rest
The new smart home device uses Google radar technology to monitor movement and breathing to track sleep patterns.
Science & Technology|Mar 16, 2021
Science & Technology
Encrypted messaging app Signal blocked in China
Signal was one of the few remaining messaging apps in China that allowed users to engage in encrypted messaging.
World News|Mar 16, 2021
World News
News Corp strikes Facebook pay deal for Australian news
The pay deal follows a similar agreement struck with Google last month.
World News|Mar 15, 2021
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A look at some of the key questions following Formula One’s pre-season testing
Could we see Hamilton and Verstappen going for the title?
UK & international sports|Mar 15, 2021
UK & international sports
Lewis Hamilton not wasting time worrying about Mercedes’ pre-season troubles
Mercedes have not been at their imperious best during the sole three days of testing prior to the new Formula One campaign.
UK & international sports|Mar 14, 2021
UK & international sports
The last word in luxury
Claiming to be the ultimate driving machine, as a famous German firm has, is quite a boast.
Reviews|Mar 12, 2021
Reviews
Oppo unveils Find X3 phone range to challenge Apple and Samsung
The Chinese smartphone-maker is looking to establish itself in the UK.
Science & Technology|Mar 11, 2021
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