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I remember being 12 years old and staring at a Sinclair ZX81 computer on display in WHSmith. It was the moment when I became completely mesmerised by technology, and I have carried that wide-eyed enthusiasm into adulthood. When I discovered the internet in 1992 its potential blew my mind, and I would pounce on every online innovation, embracing anything that claimed to give me more convenience, more fulfilment, more freedom. Today, as a direct consequence, I appear to have become wholly dependen
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FBI tells telecom firms to boost security following wide-ranging Chinese hacking campaign
Federal authorities on Tuesday urged telecommunication companies to boost network security following a sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Americans. The guidance issued by the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is intended to help root out the hackers and prevent similar cyberespionage in the future. Officials who briefed reporters on the recommendations said the U.S. still doesn't know the true scope of China's attack or the extent to which Chinese hackers still have access to U.S. networks.
- The Telegraph
Use Christmas Day to warn relatives about hacking, says cyber chief
People should use the time between Christmas lunch and the King’s speech to warn relatives about online hackers, a leading cyber chief has said.
- TechCrunch
US government contractor ENGlobal says operations are ‘limited’ following cyberattack
ENGlobal Corporation, a provider of engineering and automation services to the U.S. energy sector and federal government, says it has restricted access to its IT systems following a cyberattack, limiting the company to essential business operations only. In an 8-K filing with the SEC on Monday, Texas-based ENGlobal said it became aware of a “cybersecurity incident” on November 25. ENGlobal, whose customers include the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy, said it is investigating the incident.
- TechCrunch
AWS launches an incident response service to combat cybersecurity threats
According to one recent poll, only three out of five organizations have an incident response plan in place, and only around a third do regular drills to ensure that their plans remain effective. The consequences of poor incident response are costly. The International Monetary Fund estimates that cyberattacks will cost the world more than $23 trillion by 2027, up from roughly $8.4 trillion in 2022.
- The Independent
Richard Osman issues Gregg Wallace apology amid MasterChef scandal
’You must always be so careful,’ TV presenter said
- Manchester Evening News
Man pulled over by police with four children in back of car... then things 'snowballed'
Officers were drawn to the vehicle on Darlington Street East, in Wigan, after noticing a broken rear light
- Hello!
The Chase viewers make same complaint as they call for change to Bradley Walsh's show
Viewers who tuned into The Chase on Wednesday made the same complaint about the show, hosted by Bradley Walsh, and called for a change. Get the details…
- Hello!
Hugh Grant's frank comment on ex-girlfriends after Elizabeth Hurley shock
About A Boy actor Hugh Grant has made a rare comment about his past high-maintenance girlfriends after ex Elizabeth Hurley reveals they no longer speak
- Cover Media
Brian May's wife Anita Dobson gives update on his health
Brian May's wife Anita Dobson has given an update on his health, seven months after he had a stroke. Brian, 77, suffered a stroke in May, and was rushed to hospital. Since then he had told how he has been unable to use his arm. Now his wife, Anita, 75, has told how he's coping since the medical emergency. "He's much better now, he's stabilised now, which is brilliant," Anita told The Mirror. "'I just hope we don't have any more reoccurrences. He's got the use of that arm, which was a bit of a ch
- KameraOne
Woman gets surprise of her life by alleged baggage thief at airport
Abigail Castronova from South Carolina, USA, was standing an airport baggage carousel at when a suspected luggage thief approached and seemingly stole her suitcase. But the young woman was in for the surprise of her life.
- Manchester Evening News
Supermarket selling grocery nearly 20% more than others is most expensive for tenth week running
The retailer has been called out for selling the key item more than its competitors
- The Independent
Watch live: Keir Starmer faces Kemi Badenoch at PMQs as his reset Brexit plans suffer another blow
Watch live as Keir Starmer faces Kemi Badenoch at PMQs on Wednesday (4 December) as his reset Brexit plans suffer another blow. The prime minister looks set to lose another key ally in a blow to his plans to reset the UK’s post-Brexit relationship with the European Union. Michel Barnier looks likely to be ousted as French prime minister on Wednesday in a no-confidence motion after he pushed through a controversial budget without a vote.
- HuffPost UK
'They Don't Believe You': Susanna Reid Corners Yvette Cooper Over Voters' Lack Of Trust In Labour
It comes as Keir Starmer prepares to relaunch his government today after a rocky first few months.
- The Northern Echo
DWP update on Winter Fuel Payment after thousands sign petition
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has updated its position on the Winter Fuel Payments after almost 50,000 people signed a petition
- Hello!
Prince William and Prince Harry to unite ahead of Christmas
The Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex are set to unite ahead of Christmas. Find out more here…
- The Telegraph
Female supply teacher sent naked photos to student, 15, saying: ‘I bet all the boys fancy me’
A supply teacher sent naked photos and sexual videos to a 15-year-old and told him “I bet all the boys fancy me”.
- Euronews
How long will an EV last before it has to be replaced? A guide to electric car battery life
Like their fossil-fuelled contemporaries, electric cars and their components have a finite lifespan. How long will an EV realistically last before it fails completely?View on euronews
- OK! Magazine
I’m A Celeb axed star to return to camp as major twist announced predict fans
There's a "massive surprise" coming for the campmates - and some reckon it's the return of an old friend...
- Hello!
The reason why Princess Kate missed palace banquet after royal reappearance
The Princess of Wales did not attend the Qatar state banquet with the royals, despite welcoming the Emir with Prince William on Tuesday morning