Bug while using Search function on LQ

Apologies if this is not the forum for bug reports. And I would have searched for other threads addressing this same issue, but as you'll see below, that doesn't seem to be an option for me right now.

I am encountering a bug while trying to use the search function of the website. Clicking on the SEARCH link drops down the search menu, and typing *any keyword* into the field gives this page:

Quote:

Database error The LinuxQuestions.org database has encountered a problem. Please try the following: Load the page again by clicking the Refresh button in your web browser. Open the www.linuxquestions.org home page, then try to open another page. Click the Back button to try another link. The www.linuxquestions.org forum technical staff have been notified of the error, though you may contact them if the problem persists. We apologise for any inconvenience.

If I open the advanced search options, putting in *any keyword* gives this:
Quote:

Error 5-4 Gateway time-out

This has happened on multiple days since I have registered for LQ. Any ideas?

I am using Firefox on Linux Mint, and have been having no other issues with web browsing or connectivity. I have some privacy-related extensions running, but as I mentioned, not experiencing any issues. I am logged in with no restrictions on my account that I'm aware of, and I haven't been experiencing any other functionality issues with the website.