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Discord will roll out age verification next month. Here’s how it will work

The popular chatroom app will treat all users as teens until proven otherwise amid a global crackdown on young people’s internet use

The Independent UK · Feb 9

9 Utility Charges That Rose in 2026 Without a Clear Explanation

There’s nothing quite like opening your utility bill and feeling your stomach drop. You scan the numbers, blink twice, and suddenly you’re whispering to yourself like a detective in a crime drama: “This can’t be right.” But in 2026, many households are noticing something familiar — their bills are rising,…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Feb 9

8 Cable and Internet Price Jumps That Often Start in Month 13

We have all been in this situation: we sign up for a great introductory deal, enjoy 12 months of blissful pricing, and then—right on schedule—month 13 arrives like a plot twist in a thriller.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Feb 9

‘It felt hypocritical’: child internet safety campaign accused of censoring teenagers’ speeches

Exclusive: Childnet, a UK charity part-funded by US tech firms, edited out warnings by two young speakers at its 2024 Safer Internet Day event

The Guardian - UK · Feb 8

$1 billion for Syria’s Internet? Saudi Arabia’s historic telecom deal SilkLink, new joint airline push explained

Syria and Saudi Arabia inked major economic pacts recently, launching a joint airline and a $1 billion telecoms project to rebuild war-torn Syria. These agreements aim to boost regional connectivity, enhance digital infrastructure and attract vital foreign investment, signalling a significant shift in the nation's post-conflict recovery and deepening bilateral…

The Times of India · Feb 8

Elon Musk's Starlink entry in Pakistan delayed over data security concerns

Starlink, owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, is among five companies seeking approval to provide satellite-based internet services in Pakistan. However, officials say unresolved security considerations and broader geopolitical factors have slowed the clearance process. The report also cited the fallout between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk as…

The Times of India · Feb 8

50 Random Memes That Might Make The Day Feel A Bit Lighter

Memes may have started as a passing internet joke, but they’ve clearly earned a permanent place online. Built around shared emotions and everyday struggles, they’re easy to relate to and hard to ignore. We’ve gathered a batch of random memes to help you get through the day.

Bored Panda · Feb 8

Mini goat outsmarts his own enclosure, internet stunned by his clever escape

Anyone who has ever attempted to outwit the clever mind of a toddler at play can definitely relate to the trials and tribulations associated with baby-proofing measures going awry. A similar situation has now played out in the animal kingdom, with the mastermind being a mini goat involved in the…

Times Pets · Feb 8

You’ll Want to Buy Flowers After Watching This Traffic Signal Moment Go Viral

A short, feel-good video of a flower seller at a traffic signal is quietly restoring people’s faith in small, everyday kindness - and the internet can’t stop watching it. Shared on Instagram by Mahek Shah, the clip captures a simple exchange between her and a young woman selling flowers on…

Times Life · Feb 8

Pet Parents Can’t Agree On This Viral Trend And The Reason Is Emotional

It started with short videos flooding social media. Dogs sitting calmly in baby strollers. Cats wearing coordinated outfits at cafes. Pets being served special meals on ceramic plates while their humans sip coffee nearby. For some viewers, it felt adorable and heartwarming. For others, it felt uncomfortable and unnecessary. What…

Times Pets · Feb 8