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TVR HQ, pictured in 1990

53 evocative scenes that revive the years from 1990 to 1995

Go to the The Palace Nightclub

19 things you could do in Blackpool in the 1980s that you can't do now

Married man Gary Hawkins, 65, from Cleveleys has appeared in court after almost 100 indecent images of children were found on his laptop. PIC: Dominic Lipinski/PA WireWire

Man, 65, found with almost 100 indecent images of children on laptop

Illuminated amusement arcades, Blackpool, 1999. Mr B's Golden Mile Centre amusement arcade is shown at night. Blackpool is famous for its illuminations, which started in 1879 with electric arc lamps lighting up the promenade. There are now five miles of illuminations from early September to early November

35 astonishing scenes depicting exactly what the 1990s were like

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Ad Feature The new home gadget that could help you save more on energy bills

A child using an Apple iPhone smartphone. PIC: Peter Byrne/PA Wire

'Does your child really need a smartphone?' LCC contact Y6 parents

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Ad Feature AnySearch launches new search platform built for AI Agents

Clare Balding meets BT customer, John Garrard, age 77, to discuss the digital landline switch.

Brits have put off essential life admin for more than three months

SP Electricity North West will soon start the construction of a new 33,000-volt substation, part of a wider £7.5m investment in Blackpool

£7.5m electricity upgrade marks 'significant milestone' for Blackpool

TJ Hughes is selling this outdoor egg chair for just £80

We've found the cheapest garden egg chair on the internet - only £80

Compare, choose, and buy the best garden furniture in minutes with new AI tool.

Compare and buy the best garden furniture in minutes with new AI tool

This is a great shot from 1992 which shows 'Tower World' and Lewis's

35 nostalgic snapshots just as they were during the 1990s heyday

Villages including neighbouring Hutton and Longton in South Ribble are set to benefit from better broadband

All the places in Lancs where high-speed broadband is being rolled out

This is an amazing price for a full home security setup

This £120 home security bundle is now just £35 - but you must be quick

Cheaper broadband is within reach for businesses - with this offer from Vodafone Business

Vodafone Business broadband deal cuts prices in half for 12 months

Online safety is a 21st century priority - but do you REALLY need to spend money on a VPN service?

Why everyone is buying VPNs this Christmas
VPN ads are everywhere this festive season, but do you actually need one and why are they being pushed so hard right now
Marc Reeves

Ad Feature Internet safety in Blackpool: Simple steps to stop suspicious links

An elderly couple photographed by the pier at the end of September in 1998

35 atmospheric scenes that show the beach and town centre, 1990s

You'll remember Superbowl. This was in June 1993

37 classic photos that go back to the sights and spirit of the 1990s

Netgear's Nighthawk M7 Pro is perhaps the ultimate 5G hotspot device

Netgear Nighthawk M7 Pro review: the ultimate 5G WiFi 7 mobile router

King Kong's Burger Bar - it was £1 for a quarter pounder! July 1995

37 of the best old pics of our town which you'll remember from the 90s

Tommy Fury discusses social media and his battle with alcoholism

'I'm in the best place mentally and physically' says Tommy Fury

Back-to-uni bundles are easy to find online - and they can save you a small fortune

Best 2025 student bundle deals to get freshers uni-ready in one click

Reddit has introduced age-checks under the Online Safety Act's new rules

6 unexpected websites which now require age checks in the UK

VPNs can help you get the best prices when online shopping

UK VPN downloads jump 1,400% after Online Safety Act launch

Tributes to the victims of the mass stabbing in Southport are left by wellwishers.

Home Secretary cracks down on violent sadists like Southport killer

Check which features each VPN provider offers - and consider carefully what's most important to you

What is a VPN and do you actually need one in 2025?
With new internet safety laws raising fresh privacy concerns, we break down what VPNs really do, who they’re for, and how to choose the right one for your needs.
Marc Reeves

Presenter and tech expert Georgie Barrat has teamed up with Smart Energy GB to test the reliability of our favourite tech

Old tech Brits miss the most - include cassette tapes and MP3 players

The 10 worst areas for broadband speeds in the UK.

The 10 worst places for slow internet in the UK - full list

Netgear's Nighthawk series has had some amazing upgrades recently - if you're still using your smartphone as a hotspot, you might want to consider one

We tested Netgear's latest hotspot routers – and they blew phones away

Change to e-bike (photo: adobe)

Going Green: Help save the planet by changing to e-bike

Has your phone signal been worse recently? Photo: PheelingsMedia - stock.adobe.com

Shock reason your phone signal is ‘abysmal’ right now

Experts have warned that this switch puts thousands of older people at risk

Ad Feature Experts urge older generations to buy digital-ready alarms for safety

Remember Laser Dome? The entrance was wedged between an amusement centre and Yankie Doodles in this 1991 picture

37 Blackpool Golden Mile and beach pictures, 1990s

Most common causes of frustrations are unexpected road closures and heavy traffic

Top causes of family road trip frustrations, poll reveals

Toilet stops and poor mobile signal were top road trip bugbears

Top 20 most common family road trip frustrations

Louis Tussauds and Oasis in 1993

37 Blackpool Golden Mile and beach pictures, 1990s

Nearly a third are held back by slow internet

Small businesses waste 12 working days a year due to misfiring tech

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New tech keeps vulnerable Brits connected in power cuts, and it's free

Hypnotist Ken Webster Raising Funds for Brian House Children's Hospice

Comedy Hypnotist Ken Webster’s Wild Ride to Australia: A Hilarious Charity Chall...

This is a great shot from 1992 which shows 'Tower World' and Lewis's

37 wonderful old photos of Blackpool as it was in the 1990s

What are some of the most misheard lyrics from a number of our favourite Christmas anthems?

11 of the most misheard lyrics from the world of Christmas songs

The IGF was held under the theme of “Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future”

Ad Feature 19th Internet Governance Forum calls for an inclusive digital future

Wi-Fi 7 is here

I tried Wi-Fi 7 and it has changed my life

Look out for great deals on broadband this Black Friday

The best Black Friday broadband deals in 2024

Supercar experience days can be much cheaper than you'd expect - thanks to Black Friday bargains out now

Cheap supercar driving experiences: Black Friday prices start at £15

The Sugababes perform Push the Button at Londons Kings Cross Station

Sugababes burst out of a billboard to perform an impromptu gig

A typical Golden Mile kiosk in July 1995. Wish prices were still the same...

37 astounding 1990s pictures of Blackpool

Halloween decorations could be slowing your WiFi. Photo: nalinee - stock.adobe.com

7 ways Halloween decorations could slow down your WiFi

Wi-Fi 7 is coming to the UK. Photo: A Stockphoto - stock.adobe.com

This is the best Wi-Fi deal I’ve spotted in Prime deal

Wi-Fi 7 is coming to the UK. Photo: A Stockphoto - stock.adobe.com

A new type of Wi-Fi is coming to the UK - what to expect

Top tips for helping your kid start out on YouTube, from YouTubers

A poll of 2,000 adults found two thirds reckon the UK is the world’s best at ‘going nowhere fast’

Train and traffic delays cost travellers nearly three days a year

Internet trends that turned deadly. Photo: Adobe

4 popular internet trends that turned deadly

A customer on-board a Northern train.

"This ISN’T a ‘Love Train': Northern's message to passengers

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