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Norway and England meet in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal in Miami (kickoff 5 p.m. ET) as Haaland faces Bellingham, with Fox holding US rights and multiple streaming options (Fox One, Fubo, YouTube TV, DirecTV); UK viewers can use ITV/ITVX, Australia’s SBS, and Canada’s TSN/CTV, and the winner advances to a semifinal vs. Argentina or Switzerland; a VPN guide is included for watching from abroad.
A large study of 281 popular free Android VPN apps found widespread privacy flaws: 29 apps leaked DNS traffic, 61 sent data in plaintext, five downloaded unencrypted configuration files that could be hijacked, and 169 hid VPN activity to be easily blocked. Most apps also collected device data and tracking identifiers, undermining privacy while offering little real security, with only one of 108 OpenVPN configurations meeting all security best practices. The researchers urge independent audits and caution users to scrutinize marketing claims beyond “verified” labels.
The France–Morocco World Cup quarterfinal airs July 9 at 4 p.m. ET (USA) and can be watched in the US on FOX via live TV services, with free trials on Fubo or YouTube TV; UK viewers can stream for free on ITVX, while SBS On Demand (Australia), RTVE (Spain), Rai Play (Italy), Das Erste 1 (Germany), and Tabii (Turkey) offer free streams. For viewers abroad, a VPN (notably NordVPN) lets you access these services from anywhere, following a simple setup guide, with a reminder that VPN use may be restricted by local laws. The article also points to broader World Cup streaming options and notes teams’ recent form from the 2022 tournament.
Knicks lead the 2026 NBA Finals 3-1 and face the Spurs in Game 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 13, broadcast on ABC; cord-cutters can stream via DirecTV, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, or YouTube TV (free trials or day passes available). If needed, Games 6 and 7 would follow the same schedule. VPNs can help access region-locked streams in some markets, and for best viewing, enable motion smoothing on your TV.
This Gizmodo Deals guide explains how to watch the Brazil vs Morocco 2026 World Cup opener for free from anywhere: UK viewers can use BBC iPlayer, while viewers outside the UK can use a UK VPN (NordVPN with code GIZMODO) to unlock the BBC stream. It covers US, UK, and Canada broadcast options (US: FS1/Fox One and Telemundo/Peacock; UK: BBC One/iPlayer; Canada: TSN/CTV), kickoff times, and step-by-step setup, including switching VPN servers if the stream stutters. The article notes a test showing 1080p BBC iPlayer viewing via a London server and that NordVPN supports multiple devices, offering a practical workaround for a free feed.
Kotaku Deals explains how to watch the Brazil vs Morocco World Cup 2026 opener: UK viewers can stream free on BBC iPlayer, while US viewers face paid options (FS1/Fox One and Telemundo/Peacock). The guide suggests using a UK VPN (NordVPN recommended) to unlock the free BBC feed from abroad and notes kickoff is June 13 at 6:00 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium, with coverage potentially across multiple devices.
The Monaco Grand Prix runs June 5–7 at Circuit de Monaco with practice, qualifying, and the race; US viewers can watch on Apple TV (with free trials) while international fans can stream via Belgium's RTBF Auvio or use a VPN to access geo-restricted streams, with step-by-step guidance provided; notable notes include home favorite Charles Leclerc and the record-holding Kimi Antonelli.
The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards air May 31 at 8 p.m. ET from the CBC Broadcast Centre in Toronto, hosted by Andrew Phung and broadcast across CBC, CTV and Global with streaming on CBC Gem, Crave and STACKTV. CBC Gem offers a free option for Canadian viewers; international audiences should consider a VPN to connect to a Canadian server. The ceremony highlights the drama series Heated Rivalry, which leads with 18 nominations including Best Drama Series, with Hudson Williams and François Arnaud among the attending nominees (and others like Sophie Nélisse, Ksenia Kharlamova, and Nadine Bhabha also nominated).
Palo Alto Networks warns that CVE-2026-0257, a medium-severity authentication bypass affecting PAN-OS/GlobalProtect, is being actively exploited in the wild to sidestep security controls and establish unauthorized VPN sessions. Rapid7 tracked two exploitation waves starting mid‑May 2026 (earliest May 17), with VPN IP assignments after cookie-based authentication in some cases. The U.S. CISA added the flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list, mandating mitigations by June 1, 2026. Temporary mitigations include disabling the authentication override feature or issuing a new certificate for that feature, with urgent patching urged until updates are applied.
Iranians greeted partial internet restoration after an 88‑day nationwide blackout imposed by authorities, with many users still needing VPNs to bypass active filtering. While some posted selfies and messages of defiance, others expressed frustration that access remains limited and not fully open. NetBlocks described the move as the longest modern‑history shutdown, and observers say the government’s centralized control over internet governance complicates the reopening. The situation signals a potential shift, but widespread connectivity and unrestricted access remain uncertain.
Iran’s ongoing internet disruptions have shifted from broad blackouts to a gated, ‘Internet Pro’ system that grants access based on profession and official approval, effectively turning connectivity into a priced privilege rather than a universal right. The policy reshapes everyday life—work, banking, education, and healthcare—while sparking a surge in VPNs as people pay higher prices to reach the outside world. Officials frame the restrictions as wartime measures on foreign platforms, but critics warn the internet is being commodified and controlled as a tool of governance.
European authorities led by France and the Netherlands, with Europol and Eurojust, dismantled the First VPN service used by cybercriminals for ransomware and data theft. Investigators infiltrated the service, seized 33 servers, and arrested its administrator, identifying about 506 users and producing 83 intelligence packages that supported 21 Europol-facilitated investigations. The operation underscored how VPNs marketed as ‘no-logs’ can mislead users who believe they are safe, even as criminal activity relies on such infrastructure.
An international operation led by France and the Netherlands, with Europol/Eurojust support, dismantled the ‘First VPN’ service used by ransomware and data-theft actors. Authorities seized 33 servers across 27 countries, shut down key domains, disrupted infrastructure, and arrested the administrator in Ukraine. Investigators infiltrated the VPN to recover data, with Europol reporting 506 identified users and 83 intelligence packages shared to aid ongoing investigations into ransomware and related crimes. While VPNs have legitimate uses, criminals leveraged this service to hide activity; all identified users have been notified and further legal action may follow.
The European Parliamentary Research Service warns that VPNs are increasingly used to bypass online age-verification rules, calling it a regulatory gap as Europe tightens child-safety measures. Proposals range from requiring VPNs to verify age to privacy-preserving methods like double-blind verification, but experts caution that identity checks could weaken anonymity. The EU is considering updates to cybersecurity/online-safety laws, with parallels in the UK and Utah’s age-verification efforts and prior security flaws found in an EU verification app.
A tech writer tests Amnezia Premium VPN, finding easy setup and 20 servers in 20 countries for geo-unblocking, plus a handy split tunneling feature to use some sites through the VPN and others normally. Speed tests show moderate slowdowns, but streaming and daily browsing feel smooth; Amnezia uses RAM-only, no-logs servers and has 2024–2025 audits. A self-hosted option is available for more control. Overall a user-friendly VPN worth considering as part of a privacy toolkit, with caveats that a VPN isn’t a complete privacy solution and phishing remains a threat.