Just as Facebook’s Antigone Davis was live on CNBC defending the company over a whistleblower’s accusations and its handling of research data suggesting Instagram is harmful to teens, the company’s entire network of services suddenly went offline. On Twitter, Facebook communications exec Andy Stone says,
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Google Doodle celebrates the search engine’s 23rd birthday
Google is marking its 23rd birthday on Monday with a new Doodle. The animated Doodle features a layered birthday cake with rainbow sprinkles and the number 23 written on the top. The search giant’s name, which is also covered in frosting and
Solo Travel to Chile: Photos by Readers
Readers of Solo Traveler and members of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook regularly share with us photos from their travels. Enjoy these Chile photos contributed by members of the Solo Traveler community from around the world. There are almost 900 of
Is the Alpha WOLF really real?
This is the Alpha WOLF electric pick-up truck, and if you’ve never heard of the company let alone the car, that’s entirely understandable. It’s a Californian EV start up that started making waves last year when it released renderings of
Photos: Antifa supporters, Proud Boys clash in Portland
Opposing rallies that drew hundreds of people in Portland, Oregon, sparked clashes on Sunday. The two groups had gathered in different parts of the city after a far-right group changed the location of its event. The right-wing rally drew about
Taliban appoints central bank chief as prices rise, cash runs out
The Taliban appointed an obscure official, Mohammad Idris, as acting governor of Afghanistan’s central bank, even as signs emerge of a financial crunch, with ATMs running out of cash and prices of essential goods spiraling. Idris will “address the looming
Deadly chaos continues at Kabul airport: Live news
The Pentagon has said that it is formally seeking airlift help from commercial airlines to relocate evacuees from Afghanistan once they have gotten out of their country. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Sunday activated the initial stage of the Civil
The hilarious TripAdvisor comeback from bistro boss after reviewer slams ‘Ryanair-style management’
The owner of an award-winning restaurant has hit back at a complaining customer who left a TripAdvisor review slamming its “Ryanair-style management.” Gary Usher who runs the Sticky Walnut in Hoole, Chester didn’t hold back when a dissatisfied diner accused his staff
Welsh farming family ‘devastated’ after developers serve eviction notice on home of 90 years
A Welsh farming family, who have occupied the same plot of land for nearly a century have been served a “devastating” eviction notice The family are fighting to save their farm after developers announced plans to build a 45-acre business
Andhra MLA builds museum-cum-temple dedicated to CM Jagan Reddy, sets off social media buzz
While the facility created a buzz online, it also raised many eyebrows, with many questing the expenditure. A party MLA has erected a huge museum-cum-temple in Chittor district and dedicated it to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan
Lionel Messi PSG jersey number: Why superstar won’t be wearing No. 10 after move from Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain completed the free-agent signing of Lionel Messi on an initial two-year contract with an option for third on Tuesday. Messi officially has a new club after his stunning departure from Barcelona, and he also has a new number. The Argentina
Signing of world great Messi sends PSG into a new dimension
PARIS (AP) — By securing the prized signing of Lionel Messi, Paris Saint-Germain moved into a new dimension with a player widely considered to be one of the all-time greats of the game. The 34-year-old Argentine forward, who joined on
Messi has agreed on move to PSG, his father says
Lionel Messi has agreed to join French club Paris Saint Germain (PSG) following his abrupt departure from Barcelona, his father and agent, Jorge, said. Reuters reporters saw Messi and Jorge arrive at Barcelona airport on Tuesday after French newspaper L’Equipe
Lionel Messi leaves Barcelona live updates: Latest news and updates from press conference
In news that shocked the world on Thursday, Barcelona announced that Lionel Messi’s two-decade stay at Barcelona was over after “financial and structural obstacles” prevented the Argentine from signing a new deal. A statement on the Catalan giants’ official website
Messi in tears at farewell Barcelona press conference
Lionel Messi fought back tears as he began a press conference at which he confirmed he is leaving Barcelona, the football club where he has played his entire career. He was emotional before he even made an opening statement. “These