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Bhopal Woman Duped in Digital Arrest Fraud
Technologyndtv2d ago

Bhopal Woman Duped in Digital Arrest Fraud

A 64-year-old woman in Bhopal was defrauded of Rs 26 lakh in a digital arrest scam, where perpetrators impersonated Internal Security and Counter-Terrorism Department officials via WhatsApp calls.

Latvian Artisan Opens Free Craft Studio in Bauska
Culturelsm-lv3d ago

Latvian Artisan Opens Free Craft Studio in Bauska

Textile artisan Sanita Behmane-Baibakova has established "Vērtes," a free craft studio in Bauska, Latvia, where she shares her skills in weaving, knitting, and bobbin lace. The initiative grew out of a WhatsApp group formed during the pandemic.

Kanye West Faces Potential Ban From Performing in France
Culturele-mondeyle-uutisetle-figaro+22SCMPder-standardFrance 24digi24observadorhotnewsvarietyhollywood-reporter+14 more4d ago25 sources

Kanye West Faces Potential Ban From Performing in France

Kanye West is facing a potential ban from performing in France, with the French Interior Minister reportedly studying options to prevent a planned concert in Marseille. This comes after his Wireless Festival cancellation and amid controversy surrounding his past anti-Semitic remarks.

Noida Wage Protests Lead to Arrests, Political Commentary
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express4d ago2 sources

Noida Wage Protests Lead to Arrests, Political Commentary

Wage protests in Noida have resulted in police filing seven FIRs and detaining over 300 individuals, with authorities flagging a QR code-based WhatsApp 'syndicate'. Rahul Gandhi has commented on the protests, calling them the "final cry of nation’s workers."

Four Arrested in Serbia for WhatsApp Scam
Worldn1-serbia23d ago

Four Arrested in Serbia for WhatsApp Scam

Two Serbian and two Russian citizens have been arrested on suspicion of organizing and executing a WhatsApp scam that defrauded victims of approximately eight million dinars.

Θραύσματα ή πυραυλικό πλήγμα; – Μια είδηση, και πώς οι απειλές θανάτου από τους τζογαδόρους του πολέμου για να αλλάξει ένα δημοσίευμα
Worldnaftemporiki1mo ago

Θραύσματα ή πυραυλικό πλήγμα; – Μια είδηση, και πώς οι απειλές θανάτου από τους τζογαδόρους του πολέμου για να αλλάξει ένα δημοσίευμα

Το μήνυμα εμφανίστηκε στα αγγλικά στο τηλέφωνό του. «Σου μένουν 90 λεπτά για να αναδιατυπώσεις το ψέμα», ανέφερε ένα μήνυμα στο WhatsApp.

‘Lawrence Bishnoi 007’: Pak handlers use ‘blend-in’ tactic to track troop movement
WorldTimes of India1mo ago

‘Lawrence Bishnoi 007’: Pak handlers use ‘blend-in’ tactic to track troop movement

Ghaziabad Police uncovered a sophisticated cross-border espionage ring using a WhatsApp group. Suspects, including youths from different religions, installed solar-powered CCTVs at Delhi Cantonment and filmed critical infrastructure in Mumbai for Pakistani handlers. This new modus operandi, focusing on blending in, highlights a dangerous shift in intelligence operations.

Moscow Experiences Six-Day Mobile Internet Outage
Worldla-repubblica1mo ago

Moscow Experiences Six-Day Mobile Internet Outage

Mobile internet services in Moscow have been down for six days, with authorities citing security reasons and targeting apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, leading to concerns about a new 'iron curtain' of information control.

Opiniontrinidad-express2d ago

The WhatsApp Message

An article from Trinidad Express Newspapers discusses 'The WhatsApp message,' though specific details about its content or context are not provided in the snippet.

AP Inter Results Show Significant Pass Rate Increase
Times of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express3d ago3 sources

AP Inter Results Show Significant Pass Rate Increase

The pass percentage for the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate (AP Inter) results has seen a notable increase, with 81% of 2nd-year students and 77% of 1st-year students clearing their exams. This marks a significant rise in pass rates over recent years.

Nigerian Airstrike in Borno: Army Justifies Attack Amid Civilian Deaths, Survivors Recount Ordeal
PoliticsAPBBCNYT+29The GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dknosaftonbladetberlingskeSCMPsvenska-dagbladet+21 more5d ago32 sources

Nigerian Airstrike in Borno: Army Justifies Attack Amid Civilian Deaths, Survivors Recount Ordeal

The Nigerian Army has justified a precision airstrike in Jilli village, Borno State, claiming it targeted a terrorist hub, despite reports of civilian deaths. Survivors have since recounted their ordeal, stating they were legitimate animal traders at Jilli market when the attack occurred, while Amnesty International condemned the incident.

Financezdg-md12d ago

Moldovan Tax Service Warns Against Fake WhatsApp Scams

The Moldovan State Tax Service has issued a warning to taxpayers about fraudulent messages circulating on WhatsApp, falsely claiming to be from the institution and requesting tax payments or offering refunds. Citizens are advised to ignore these messages and not comply with any requests.

Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Amid Negotiation Claims; Markets React to Peace Hopes
WorldReutersBBCbloomberg+115NYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNN+107 more24d ago118 sources

Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Amid Negotiation Claims; Markets React to Peace Hopes

Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.

Russia Increases Internet Control in Moscow, Blocking VPNs and Apps
Worldindex-hr26d ago

Russia Increases Internet Control in Moscow, Blocking VPNs and Apps

Russia is intensifying its control over the internet in Moscow, reportedly disrupting signals and blocking VPNs and popular applications like Telegram and WhatsApp, citing security concerns and fears of post-war unrest. Analysts suggest Russia is learning from China and Iran's internet censorship models.

Google Warns of Global YouTube Job Scam Texts
BusinessFox News27d ago

Google Warns of Global YouTube Job Scam Texts

Google has issued a warning about YouTube job scams spreading globally via text messages, advising users to look out for key warning signs such as unrealistic pay and requests to move conversations to platforms like Telegram or WhatsApp.

India’s scattered workforce: the chatbot keeping families in touch during emergencies
WorldThe Guardian1mo ago

India’s scattered workforce: the chatbot keeping families in touch during emergencies

Covid exposed the lack of data on the country’s 140 million mobile migrant workers, but a new project in Odisha is helping to fill in the gaps Raja Pradhan is sitting cross-legged, scrolling on his phone in his village in eastern India when a green WhatsApp chat bubble pops up on the screen. “Namaskar! Apana bahare kama pain jauthibe? Apananka suchana diaantu.” (Hello! Are you going outside for work? Please share your information.) He reads the message twice, unsure whether to respond. “I don...

Mandelson Papers Reveal PM Ignored Dissenting Voices in Appointment Scandal
PoliticsAPBBCNYT+30FTle-mondeThe GuardianAl Jazeeratimes-ukruvaftonbladetDW+22 more1mo ago33 sources

Mandelson Papers Reveal PM Ignored Dissenting Voices in Appointment Scandal

Newly revealed Mandelson papers indicate that the prime minister ignored dissenting voices and rushed processes during Peter Mandelson's appointment, highlighting the arrogance surrounding the scandal where he was sacked and later received a £75,000 settlement.

EU Unveils Digital Age Verification Tool for Online Services
TechnologybloombergFTThe Guardian+61dr-dknrknzzyle-uutisetcbchelsingin-sanomatnostagesschau+53 more3d ago64 sources

EU Unveils Digital Age Verification Tool for Online Services

The European Union is introducing a new digital identity card and app designed for age verification on online platforms, particularly social media. This initiative aims to ensure compliance with age restrictions for users across the EU, including children and adults.

Tamil New Year Puthandu Celebrated Globally on April 14
CultureTimes of Indiaindian-express4d ago2 sources

Tamil New Year Puthandu Celebrated Globally on April 14

Puthandu, the Tamil New Year, is celebrated globally by Tamil communities on April 14, ushering in a period of hope and prosperity with traditions like home cleaning, festive meals, and temple visits.

Weekly Tech News Roundup from Latvia
Technologylsm-lv7d ago

Weekly Tech News Roundup from Latvia

A Latvian radio program presents its weekly technology top news, covering topics such as WhatsApp updates, artificial intelligence in cars, and significant investments in OpenAI.

China Executes French National for Drug Trafficking
WorldAPle-mondefaz+24berlingskele-figaroder-standarddie-presseaktualne-czBusiness InsiderhvgThe Independent+16 more13d ago27 sources

China Executes French National for Drug Trafficking

China executed a French national, Chan Thao Phoumy, who was convicted in 2010 for drug trafficking. The execution has strained relations between China and France, with Paris condemning the lack of defense access to the final hearing.

Russia Intensifies Digital Restrictions, Blocks Apple Payments and Targets Messaging Apps
Technologyirozhlasklix-bachannel-news-asia15d ago3 sources

Russia Intensifies Digital Restrictions, Blocks Apple Payments and Targets Messaging Apps

Russia is escalating its online restrictions, blocking payments for Apple's digital services, causing internet outages in Moscow, and banning popular chat applications like WhatsApp and Telegram. The government is tightening censorship, enforcing strict data laws, and promoting its own monitored messenger app, Max, to control online freedom and steer users toward state-controlled platforms.

April Fools' Day: Origins, Pranks, and Global Cultural Significance Explored
CultureReutersnzztimes-uk+46helsingin-sanomatruvfazaftonbladetberlingskele-figarolsm-lvorf+38 more17d ago49 sources

April Fools' Day: Origins, Pranks, and Global Cultural Significance Explored

As April Fools' Day approaches, articles explore its origins, famous pranks throughout history, and the potential consequences of jokes, alongside guides for harmless pranks for children, discussions on its cultural significance, and reflections on why lying is allowed on this day, with some outlets asking readers about their prank plans.

Russian Oil Tanker Nears Cuba as Trump Softens Blockade Stance
WorldbloombergNYTwsj+57FTNPRCNNFox Newsnzzyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomat+49 more19d ago60 sources

Russian Oil Tanker Nears Cuba as Trump Softens Blockade Stance

A Russian oil tanker has entered Cuban waters, potentially offering a lifeline to the island, as US President Donald Trump appears to relax a de facto oil blockade and states he sees 'no problem' with Russia delivering oil to Cuba.

Moscow Experiences Digital 'Blackout' Amid Security Fears
Worldbalkan-web1mo ago

Moscow Experiences Digital 'Blackout' Amid Security Fears

Moscow has reportedly experienced a digital 'blackout' with WhatsApp, Telegram, and YouTube blocked, as 'Corriere Della Sera' suggests Putin is increasing security measures following the 'annihilation' of Khamenei, indicating growing fear and insecurity.

Meta may cut up to 20% of jobs to focus on AI
Technologyobservador1mo ago

Meta may cut up to 20% of jobs to focus on AI

The company that owns Instagram and WhatsApp is preparing for a major restructuring that could affect thousands of workers, Reuters reports. The strategy involves focusing on artificial intelligence.