WhatsApp to let users go by usernames, not phone numbers
WhatsApp says the feature is designed to give its three billion users a new layer of control over who can contact them.
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‘My phone is a brick’: Russians scramble for information as data blocked
As Ukrainian drones rain down, authorities have implemented blackouts citing ‘security concerns’.
Meta’s Zuckerberg pushes back on social media youth addiction claims
In a Los Angeles court, the Meta CEO was questioned about whether Instagram’s design contributed to addictive behavior.
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FCC reject claims of censorship, announces probe into US show The View
Federal Communications Commission faces backlash after comedian Stephen Colbert blamed its rules for scuttled interview.
Warner Bros rejects latest Paramount bid but open to ‘best and final’ offer
The Warner Bros Discovery board says it remains committed to the Netflix deal.
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Paramount expands offer for Warner Bros amid hostile takeover bid
The Ellison-backed US media giant offered a so-called ticking fee for each month the deal fails to close.
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France moves to ban social media for users under 15
France is moving closer to banning social media for users under the age of 15, over growing concerns over mental health.
Published On 29 Jan 2026
CBS News’ Bari Weiss unveils new strategy amid backlash, viewership lags
The network is set lean into podcasters bringing on more controversial conservative leaning voices.
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Iran in limbo: What’s next for country under internet blackout?
Heavy presence of armed forces on streets as Iranians stay home in wake of deadly protests.
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Is Starlink helping Iranians break internet blackout, and how does it work?
Experts say Starlink is helping Iranians get information out about the protests. But Iran is also trying to jam signals.
India’s VPN ban in Kashmir ‘adds to psychological pressure’, say residents
Government orders a sweeping ban on VPNs for two months in the disputed region, citing ‘threats to national security’.
