Technology

An Ofcom spokesperson said: “Our resolve to create a safer life online for children and adults in the UK has never been stronger.

Social media bans for teenagers under consideration in the UK

Dame Harriett Baldwin MP meeting the team that got full fibre to Wildgoose Rural Training Centre

Dame Harriett Baldwin MP meeting the team that got full fibre to Wildgoose Rural Training Centre

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Hallow farm day centre receives full fibre broadband upgrade

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Mum says locking away iPhone and using Nokia helps banish stress acne

UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim

UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim

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UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim

Go Renewable is designed to help people install renewable technologies

Go Renewable is designed to help people install renewable technologies

New online service launched to help Worcestershire residents go green

Master of the Rolls Sir Geoffrey Vos (left) with Professor David Green CBE DL, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive of the University of Worcester

Master of the Rolls Sir Geoffrey Vos (left) with Professor David Green CBE DL, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive of the University of Worcester

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Top legal professional delivers AI talk at University of Worcester

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'Glow-in-the-dark worm' like lights spotted over Worcestershire - here's why

West Midlands Ambulance Service is using the technology to improve the blue light driving skills of their students

West Midlands Ambulance Service is using the technology to improve the blue light driving skills of their students

West Midlands Ambulance Service

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West Midlands Ambulance Service using new VR driving simulator

Another 15 channels will be available free to Virgin TV customers until November 8 - see which ones.

Another 15 channels will be available free to Virgin TV customers until November 8 - see which ones.

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Virgin Media customers to lose 11 TV channels this week - see those affected

MOBILE SIGNAL: Councillor Adam Kent and Streetwave's Henry Rutland with the mobile tracker that will be fitted in bin lorries

MOBILE SIGNAL: Councillor Adam Kent and Streetwave's Henry Rutland with the mobile tracker that will be fitted in bin lorries

Local government

How bin lorries are helping to find mobile black spots in Worcestershire

Rural broadcast specialist Airband has considerable presence in Worcestershire

Rural broadcast specialist Airband has considerable presence in Worcestershire

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Company claims to launch fastest broadband in UK

FULL FIBRE: Some homes in Battenhall, Worcester are still without CityFibre's full fibre broadband. (Pictured: then-Worcester MP, Robin Walker, is given a tour of the work by CityFibre in April 2023).

FULL FIBRE: Some homes in Battenhall, Worcester are still without CityFibre's full fibre broadband. (Pictured: then-Worcester MP, Robin Walker, is given a tour of the work by CityFibre in April 2023).

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'Frustration' as homes on the same street don't have equal full fibre access

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said that BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk, O2 and Virgin Media Broadband misled consumers

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said that BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk, O2 and Virgin Media Broadband misled consumers

Personal Finance

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BT, EE, TalkTalk, O2, Virgin Media & more misled broadband customers, watchdog says

Disney+ is dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Star and more.

Disney+ is dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Star and more.

Disney+ to increase UK subscription prices by up to £24 per year - see when

Worcester-based Lisa Ventura MBE received a 'highly commended' award in the Cyber Security Citizen of the Year category at the National Cyber Security Awards 2024

Worcester-based Lisa Ventura MBE received a 'highly commended' award in the Cyber Security Citizen of the Year category at the National Cyber Security Awards 2024

Worcester cyber security specialist wins national recognition

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

WhatsApp reveals 'fun and expressive' change coming to all phones soon

Some Brits will be unable to watch ITV1 and ITV2 on their current TV box from October 2024 - see if you are one of them.

Some Brits will be unable to watch ITV1 and ITV2 on their current TV box from October 2024 - see if you are one of them.

ITV channels 'no longer available' on TV boxes from this week - see those affected

TPG Disableaids provide expert guidance and a vast array of mobility aids that can help you stay comfortable during the winter

TPG Disableaids provide expert guidance and a vast array of mobility aids that can help you stay comfortable during the winter

How mobility aids can keep you warm and comfortable this winter

Optimise your retail business operations

Optimise your retail business operations

PE - helping businesses to achieve long-term success whilst reducing costs

Air fryers are now the third most used appliance in British kitchens after toasters and microwave ovens, according to a Good Food Nation study.

Air fryers are now the third most used appliance in British kitchens after toasters and microwave ovens, according to a Good Food Nation study.

Air fryer safety warning issued as devices overtake ovens in British kitchens

Vodafone and Three UK say they disagree with the competition regulator’s concerns and that the merger should be approved

Vodafone and Three UK say they disagree with the competition regulator’s concerns and that the merger should be approved

Millions could face higher bills after Vodafone and Three merger, watchdog warns

Apple's new iOS 18 update to be available soon on these iPhones - see exact date

Thousands of people have reported issues with the social media site X on Saturday, September 7

Thousands of people have reported issues with the social media site X on Saturday, September 7

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Is X down? All you need to know as users report issues with the site

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

When speed is of the essence, choose full fibre broadband with Zen

The channel featured programmes including Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport, Paddington Station 24/7 and Emergency Rescue: Air, Land and Sea.

The channel featured programmes including Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport, Paddington Station 24/7 and Emergency Rescue: Air, Land and Sea.

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Freeview and Sky TV channel removed suddenly after only 5 months

Landscape gardeners Paul Probert (right) and James Dobson (left) used the Google Lens mobile app to uncover the identity of the device they found in a property's garden on Stephenson Road on Thursday (August 15).

Landscape gardeners Paul Probert (right) and James Dobson (left) used the Google Lens mobile app to uncover the identity of the device they found in a property's garden on Stephenson Road on Thursday (August 15).

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'I thought I'd found a coke bottle - but Google Lens said it was a WW2 bomb'

TPG Disableaids stock a vast array of mobility aids in their Hereford showroom

TPG Disableaids stock a vast array of mobility aids in their Hereford showroom

Discover TPG Disableaids' unmatched range of mobility aids

Wales is set to benefit from Project Gigabit for the first time in the latest round of Government investment

Wales is set to benefit from Project Gigabit for the first time in the latest round of Government investment

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More than 300,000 rural homes and businesses in Britain to get broadband boost

Google services like YouTube and Gmail are reported to be down for many users

Google services like YouTube and Gmail are reported to be down for many users

Are Google and YouTube down? Users report issues with loading and logging in

Three’s operator detection systems have identified an increase in criminals exploiting summer shoppers

Three’s operator detection systems have identified an increase in criminals exploiting summer shoppers

Urgent warning issued to everyone on Three UK mobile network

The new chargers, situated at Tallow Hill car park, have been added as part of the roll-out of electric vehicle facilities

The new chargers, situated at Tallow Hill car park, have been added as part of the roll-out of electric vehicle facilities

electric vehicles

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Twelve new EV charging points launched in City Council's ongoing expansion

The five apps have been downloaded more than 32,000 times from Google Play, with most downloads coming from locations like the UK.

The five apps have been downloaded more than 32,000 times from Google Play, with most downloads coming from locations like the UK.

Android apps removed from Google Play due to 'malicious' spyware - the full list

Gail Hatfield, group people director, Matthew Press, CEO, and Kathryn McKenzie Rowan, group corporate communications manager, from Kimal

Gail Hatfield, group people director, Matthew Press, CEO, and Kathryn McKenzie Rowan, group corporate communications manager, from Kimal

Discover Worcester's penguins this summer with new art trail app

'Payara Cloud' has been shortlisted for the 'Most Innovative Cloud Product' at the Cloud Excellence Awards 2024

'Payara Cloud' has been shortlisted for the 'Most Innovative Cloud Product' at the Cloud Excellence Awards 2024

Worcestershire tech firm up for 'Most Innovative Cloud Product' award

GPs in England are still dealing with a backlog from the global IT outage on Friday, July 19

GPs in England are still dealing with a backlog from the global IT outage on Friday, July 19

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GPs warn there is still 'considerable backlog' to get through after IT outage

Surgeries across Worcestershire are affected by the global IT outage.

Surgeries across Worcestershire are affected by the global IT outage.

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All the GP practices across Worcestershire affected by global IT outage

Have you been affected by the Microsoft IT outages this morning?

Have you been affected by the Microsoft IT outages this morning?

Windows users urged to follow these steps to fix computers after major IT outage

A global IT outage is causing disruption across the UK with GP surgeries and pharmacies in England unable to function as usual

A global IT outage is causing disruption across the UK with GP surgeries and pharmacies in England unable to function as usual

Delays expected as GP surgeries and pharmacies affected by global IT outage

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Is Microsoft down? Users and businesses facing outages

Did you know emojis can be used in passwords to help keep your accounts secure?

Did you know emojis can be used in passwords to help keep your accounts secure?

Expert reveals little-known password hack that could keep your accounts secure

Dr James Kuht, CEO of Inversity, presenting to participants at The Crown Estate Hackathon in London

Dr James Kuht, CEO of Inversity, presenting to participants at The Crown Estate Hackathon in London

Worcester college students triumph at sustainability hackathon

Google Podcasts has been shut down in favour of YouTube Music.

Google Podcasts has been shut down in favour of YouTube Music.

Users left 'truly hurt' after Google app shuts down for good in the UK

This is what a good broadband speed is and what to if it is too slow.

This is what a good broadband speed is and what to if it is too slow.

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One third of Brits 'ripped off' by broadband speeds, new study reveals

Bernard and Diana from Malvern, who installed 8 Solar Panels and battery storage through Solar Together, shared their positive experience.

Bernard and Diana from Malvern, who installed 8 Solar Panels and battery storage through Solar Together, shared their positive experience.

Solar panels and battery storage: Worcestershire’s council-backed scheme returns

The team at Zen celebrating their recent Which? win

The team at Zen celebrating their recent Which? win

The UK’s only Which? Recommended Broadband Provider now available in Worcester

Some phone providers have begun offering 36-month phone contracts as standard - whilst many customers assume they're still on a 24-month deal, the pro explained.

Some phone providers have begun offering 36-month phone contracts as standard - whilst many customers assume they're still on a 24-month deal, the pro explained.

Warning issued to people buying mobile phones over 'often-missed' small print

Is TSB down? Customers report issues with logging into the app

Is TSB down? Customers report issues with logging into the app

Is TSB online banking down? Users report issues with logging in

Deciding on the perfect mobility scooter for you and your circumstances is a crucial decision.

Deciding on the perfect mobility scooter for you and your circumstances is a crucial decision.

How to select the right mobility scooter for your needs

Parents are being warned about the dangers of the TikTok 'tanghulu challenge', as it turned into ‘prison napalm’ in the microwave

Parents are being warned about the dangers of the TikTok 'tanghulu challenge', as it turned into ‘prison napalm’ in the microwave

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Mum's warning as daughter suffers agonising burns in dangerous TikTok challenge

MeandMyGlass.co.uk have named five hacks to quickly remove those pesky dirty marks and keep the screens on your devices crystal clear.

MeandMyGlass.co.uk have named five hacks to quickly remove those pesky dirty marks and keep the screens on your devices crystal clear.

The DIY solution you need to know about that cleans fingerprints off your phone

ISSUES: Radio Wyvern is currently off air.

ISSUES: Radio Wyvern is currently off air.

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Worcester's Radio Wyvern off air temporarily for this reason

Has your iPhone alarm not gone off in the last couple of days causing you to be late for something?

Has your iPhone alarm not gone off in the last couple of days causing you to be late for something?

Has your iPhone alarm not been going off? Here's why and a possible solution

Sufferers often delay seeking help for knee pain, assuming it’s an unavoidable part of ageing

Sufferers often delay seeking help for knee pain, assuming it’s an unavoidable part of ageing

Redefining treatment for knee osteoarthritis

Have you used TikTok shop before?

Have you used TikTok shop before?

TikTok Shop explained - what is it, how is it so cheap and is it safe to use?