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Uganda votes under internet blackout and police crackdown

Uganda was on edge as polls opened on Thursday, with President Yoweri Museveni expected to extend his 40-year rule amid an internet shutdown and a police crackdown on the opposition.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 15

OPINION - ‘Seeing the Iran protests makes me wonder if I’ll ever be able to return’

As protests continue in Iran, Amira Arasteh has been forced to confront the idea that she may never again see the country she grew up visiting

Evening Standard · Jan 15

One Weak Password Can Give Hackers Access to Your Entire Smart Home Setup – Tech Experts Reveal 3 Ways to Protect Yours Now

Recent cybersecurity reports reveal that it's easier than ever for hackers to access your smart home devices

Homes & Gardens · Jan 14

Iran could be blocking Starlink during internet blackout with methods similar to Russia

Iran may be using mobile signal jammers similar to those used by Russia in Ukraine, an expert says.

Euronews · Jan 14

VPN interest spikes in Uganda as the internet gets disrupted ahead of the general elections

Despite the blocked access to the public internet, people in Uganda seem to be using VPNs to stay connected. Proton VPN confirmed a 8,000% increase in signups on Tuesday, and usage keeps rising.

TechRadar · Jan 14

Shifting: 7 Expenses That Used To Be Optional

The world didn’t flip overnight, but wow, did it ever rearrange the price tags on everyday life. Stuff that once lived in the “nice-to-have” category now sits firmly in the “how do I function without this?” column. These shifts didn’t come from laziness or extravagance; they grew out of how…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jan 14

What is Wi-Fi 8? Here's everything you need to know about the next generation of wireless internet.

The evolution of wireless internet continues with Wi-Fi 8, but it might not be the upgrade you were expecting compared to Wi-Fi 7. Here's everything you need to know.

Windows Central · Jan 14

Was 2016 really the last good year? Here are the fashion trends making a comeback

‘Runway trends tell you what’s coming, internet culture tells you what’s resonating emotionally’

The Independent UK · Jan 14

Free Starlink access for Iran seen as game changer for demonstrators getting their message out

SpaceX's Starlink has dropped fees to help Iranian demonstrators share protest details globally, activists say

The Independent UK · Jan 14

Fact check: International data on ‘online comments’ arrests not comparable

Figures shared online could range from data on Russian prosecutions in 2017 to freedom of information requests in England and Wales for 2023.

Evening Standard · Jan 14