February 25, 2026

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The biggest fine ever imposed on Reddit over an age verification check by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Science, climate and technology news

The biggest fine ever imposed on Reddit over an age verification check by the Information Commissioner’s Office. Science, climate and technology news

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Reddit has been fined more than £14m by the Information Commissioner’s Office for failing to keep children safe. This is the largest fine ever imposed by the information watchdog on children’s privacy issues. The data protection watchdog’s investigation found that the American company used children’s information illegally. A statement from the ICO said Reddit’s failings…

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UK Foreign Office sentiment is “disappointed, even rebellious” as a result of government programme cuts | World News

UK Foreign Office sentiment is “disappointed, even rebellious” as a result of government programme cuts | World News

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Take a positive, close look at the world and what do you see? This certainly seems unexpected. Old friends are unreliable, and the rules no longer apply. For many, the global neighbourhood is clearly becoming scary. But don’t take my word for it. Listen to the head of Britain’s intelligence agency, MI6. “The front line…

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Microsoft has rebranded its Office software, and many users are unhappy about the changes.

Microsoft has rebranded its Office software, and many users are unhappy about the changes.

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Microsoft Office has informed 400 million users about the rebranding exercise, which integrates their famous software suite with its AI tool, Copilot. Alan Johnson, social news reporter 13:44, 13 January 2026 Microsoft Office users have criticized the rebranding of the software (stock) (Image: HJBC/iStock via Getty Images ). Microsoft Office users have criticised the company’s…

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