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Book a digital detox cabin an hour from London
Escape your phone with a stay in a secluded cabin near London. Unplugged offers tech-free breaks in the countryside to boost your mental wellbeing and creativity.
Mum bans smartphones for kids until age 16
A North London mum is only allowing her son a basic 'brick phone' until he's 16, citing online dangers and child development. She's calling for a wider ban in schools.
Phone Seizure Powers for Small Boat Migrants Begin
UK Border Force officers can now seize mobile phones from migrants arriving in small boats. The new law also targets smugglers' supply chains with severe prison sentences. Read the latest on the Channel crossing crackdown.
UK to seize asylum seekers' phones, campaigners condemn
New Home Office powers allow Border Force to seize phones and search mouths at Manston processing centre. Campaigners call it 'inhumane' and question its legality.
US seizes Venezuela's Maduro in military strike
Donald Trump orders military action in Venezuela, seizing President Nicolás Maduro. The US vows to 'run' the country, sparking global alarm over a dangerous new precedent. Read the full analysis.
Sociologist cuts screen time 65% with morning book habit
A US sociologist reduced her phone use from eight hours to just one daily by reading a book each morning. Discover her simple tips for a digital detox.
Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine' Begins with Maduro Seizure
The capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro under a revived 'Monroe Doctrine' signals a dramatic shift in US foreign policy. Analysis explores what this means for Latin America and global stability. Read the full story.
OnePlus 13 photo wins Turkey Mobile Photo Award 2025
Discover how a tuk-tuk driver's mobile photography, using a OnePlus 13, won a 2025 Turkey Mobile Photo Award with a vibrant image of children playing in Myanmar.
Journalist's bizarre scam call ends in scammer's laughter
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts a bewildering phone scam attempt where the fraudster burst into laughter. A tale of modern confusion, incompetence, and the need for a fictional PA.
Phone snatched in 7 seconds in London as police issue warning
Shocking CCTV shows a London phone thief snatch a mobile and vanish in 7 seconds. Police report 413 thefts in 6 months. Get vital security tips to protect your device.
Best Mobile Games 2025: Top 10 iOS & Android Apps
Discover GameCentral's definitive list of the 10 greatest mobile games of 2025, from Destiny: Rising to The Valley Of The Architects. Find your next gaming obsession for iOS and Android.
Tesco Mobile's New Pay As You Go Plan for Christmas
Tesco Mobile launches a flexible Pay As You Go Essentials tariff to help families stay in touch affordably over Christmas, with bundles from £5 and Clubcard points. Learn more.
Dad tracks down daughter kidnapped at knifepoint on Christmas
A heroic father in Texas used a phone tracking feature to locate his 15-year-old daughter after she was abducted at knifepoint on Christmas Day. Read the full story of the rescue and arrest.
Father tracks phone to rescue kidnapped daughter on Christmas
A Texas father used his daughter's phone location to find her after she was kidnapped at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas Day. A 23-year-old man has been arrested.
London's major transport upgrades set for 2026
From air-conditioned Piccadilly Line trains to expanded Superloop routes and Tube-wide mobile coverage, discover TfL's key projects transforming London travel in 2026.
TfL's Major 2026 Transport Upgrades for London
Transport for London unveils its 2026 upgrade plans, including new Piccadilly Line trains, expanded mobile coverage on the Tube, and new Superloop express bus routes. Discover how the network is evolving.
US Orders 'Quarantine' of Venezuelan Oil Shipments
The White House directs the US military to enforce a two-month oil 'quarantine' on Venezuela, escalating economic pressure on President Maduro. Read the latest on this strategic shift.
Trump's 'Resource Imperialism' on Venezuela Oil, Experts Warn
Experts condemn Donald Trump's push to seize Venezuelan oil as part of a broader 'resource imperialism' doctrine, drawing stark parallels with the Iraq war. Read the full analysis.
Victim tracks stolen phones to London flowerbed
A woman used Google's Find My Device to locate her snatched phone and four others buried in a Lewisham park, exposing a theft trend. Read the full story.
Stolen phones found buried in South London park
A woman tracked her stolen Samsung Galaxy to a Lewisham park, unearthing five devices. Experts warn this new theft tactic is spreading across the capital. Read the full story.
Grindr thieves jailed for London phone-stealing spree
Two 'calculated' burglars who robbed dozens of Londoners via Grindr have been jailed. The Afghan nationals stole phones, wallets and passports in a pre-planned crime spree. Read the full report.
Pilot explains real reason for airplane mode on flights
A commercial pilot explains the genuine, disruptive reason you must switch to airplane mode. It's not a safety conspiracy, but it will annoy the flight crew.
US Forces Seize Second Venezuelan Oil Tanker
US Coast Guard, backed by the Department of War, has intercepted a second vessel near Venezuela. The pre-dawn operation follows a similar seizure earlier in December. Read the full report.
25 Hidden Smartphone Features You Should Use
Move beyond doomscrolling. Discover 25 clever, practical uses for your smartphone, from DIY tools to health monitors and smart home controls. Transform your device today.
US intercepts second merchant ship off Venezuela coast
US military operations intensify off Venezuela with a second vessel seized. Trump maintains 'blockade' threat and refuses to rule out war with Maduro regime. Full details.
Best Phone Picture: Sci-Fi Playscape Captures Child's Joy
Photographer Anne Rayner's stunning iPhone 14 photo of her granddaughter at a Gateshead exhibition highlights the power of play and mobile photography. See the striking image.
Readers on Phone 'Zombification' and War Fears
Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.
German pensioner traps phone fraudsters in police sting
An 85-year-old man in Bavaria worked with police to catch conmen posing as officers. Police warn the public, especially the elderly, to never give bank details over the phone.
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Discover the safest and most rewarding UK online bingo platforms. Our expert guide reviews top sites like Mirror Bingo and Sun Bingo, covering bonuses, games, and mobile play.
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