Iranians regain internet access after months-long shutdown, but many fear it could be cut off again as negotiators work on a permanent truce
Iran restores internet access after a monthslong shutdown, but users report slow and spotty service with restricted access to apps like YouTube and Instagram.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the reopening of international internet access, ending a near-90-day blackout imposed after the war against the US and Israel. The mechanism and timeline for reconnection remain unclear.
Iran's President orders reopening of international internet access after 87-day blackout, initially imposed due to anti-government protests and later reinstated following US-Israeli strikes
Israeli PM Netanyahu vows to intensify strikes against Hezbollah amid ongoing drone attacks. Meanwhile, Iran's President Pezeshkian reportedly ordered the restoration of international internet access after an 87-day blackout. US and Iran issue conflicting statements on nearing a peace deal.
Israel's PM Netanyahu pledges intensified strikes against Hezbollah, facing domestic pressure. Meanwhile, Iran reportedly orders internet restoration, and US-Iran deal talks continue amidst conflicting statements. Oil prices drop on peace hopes.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the Ministry of Communications to restore international internet access to pre-January levels, reversing a restriction imposed during anti-government protests. The Fars news agency questioned the president's authority, stating the decision was made by the Supreme National Security Council.
Iran is experiencing the longest internet blackout ever recorded with 99% of the population offline. But certain people — with "white internet" — have stayed connected this entire time.
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson has suggested some households would accept occasional electricity blackouts in exchange for 25% lower energy bills, sparking controversy on the anniversary of Europe's largest power outage in Spain and Portugal. The comments come as UK dual fuel bills are expected to rise to almost £2,000 from July, with grid upgrade costs climbing from £254 to £457 annually. Jackson, 54, clarified he was not advocating for blackouts but said Spanish consumers would accept occasional outages for cheaper electricity. At least six people died in last year's Iberian blackout, including two who died after being unable to run breathing equipment.
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson has suggested some households might accept occasional electricity blackouts in exchange for significantly lower energy bills, citing Spain's 25% cheaper electricity as a model. Speaking at an industry conference on the anniversary of Europe's largest power outage that affected tens of millions in Spain and Portugal, Jackson clarified he is not advocating for blackouts but argued consumers would trade reliability for lower costs. The comments come as Octopus Energy campaigns against tens of billions of pounds in UK grid investment that it says drives up household bills.
The Tin Can is a simplified phone device for children designed by three Seattle fathers, featuring bright colours, big numbers, a curly cord between handset and base, and no texting, apps or games. Priced at $100 with a $9.99 monthly subscription for calling regular numbers, it connects via wifi and plugs into a normal power socket. Parents can approve a contact list to eliminate concerns about strangers. Bloomberg reports hundreds of thousands of sales with school endorsements, though critics question whether kids will actually want to use a device that lacks the features they typically desire.
Internet outages in major Russian cities are linked to preventing terrorist threats, the Russian president said
