UK Ministers Accused of Misleading Public Amidst Scrapped Air Quality Regulations Controversy
On 31 December, two air quality regulations are slated to be removed from the statute book under the Retained EU Law (REUL) Act.
London Climate Protests: 630 Arrests Made by Police in a Month
The intensification of the London climate protests underscores the urgency many feel regarding environmental issues like the Just Stop Oil movement.
Extreme Weather Poses Global Threat to Hospitals
Public health experts stress that the potential closure of hospitals due to extreme weather events goes beyond immediate health concerns.
Spotify Streamlines Operations: Cuts Nearly 1,600 Jobs Amid Escalating Costs
This is the third and most substantial round of layoffs for Spotify this year, a move attributed to pressure from an activist investor.
New Artificial Intelligence Tool Can Detect Fraudulent Wine
This artificial intelligence tool is particularly significant in combating the issue of counterfeit wines infiltrating the market.
Nine Days of Rail Disruption Unleashed as Aslef Industrial Action Takes Hold
The transport strike will halt train services at the affected operators in England, Scotland and Wales.
Record Revenues Surge for UK Gambling Firms as Online Slot Machines Gain Momentum
The fiscal year saw a staggering uptick in revenues for major UK gambling operators as online slot machines increased in number.
Wealth Inheritance Surpasses Earnings for Next-Gen Billionaires, According to UBS Report
The UBS report revealed that many young tycoons are amassing wealth predominantly through inheritance rather than through their own entrepreneurial endeavours.
Sunak Accused of Misrepresenting UK Climate Aid Ahead of COP28 Attendance
Charities and NGOs accuse the government of changing how it calculates climate spending to claim it will exceed targets.
EU Formulates Contingency Plan to Mitigate Impact of 10% Brexit Tariff on Electric Vehicles
The commission expressed apprehension that any decision to lift the tariff could be viewed as a violation of the Brexit Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA).
Nottingham City Council Issues Notice Signalling Financial Distress
Nottingham City Council issued a Section 114 notice, revealing that the chief financial officer was unable to produce a balanced budget for the current year.
Labour's Pledge to 'Rewire Britain' Sparks Controversy Amidst Tory Party Discord Over Pylon Plans
Labour envisions a comprehensive overhaul that includes updating existing infrastructure, increasing energy efficiency and expanding renewable energy sources.
Sunak Firmly Rejects Von der Leyen's Suggestions of UK Rejoining EU
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, speaking from Downing Street, dismissed von der Leyen's remarks as unrealistic and emphasized the UK's commitment to forging an independent path post-Brexit.
UK Retailers Continue to Struggle From Economic Uncertainties and Changing Consumer Habits in November
The fashion and clothing sector, traditionally a cornerstone of the UK retail landscape, continues to face headwinds, according to recent reports.
Astrophysicist Avi Loeb Explores the Possibility of Proof for Extraterrestrial Life
In his recently published book, Loeb delves into the journey that led him to view the peculiar characteristics of 'Oumuamua as proof of extraterrestrial life.
Tory MP Criticising Gambling Regulator Revealed to Have Received £8,000 from Betting Industry
Whittaker has been a prominent figure in the Conservative Party and has actively participated in discussions surrounding gambling legislation and policies.
Central Banks Risk Tipping UK and Other Developed Countries Into Recession
The report highlights the risk of a vicious cycle, where low interest rates fail to stimulate meaningful economic growth and cause a recession.
Court Documents Accuse Facebook Parent Company Meta of Designing Platforms to Fuel Child Addiction
Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, has allegedly received and ignored millions of complaints about underage users on Instagram.
Concerns Rise as UK School Pupils Exploit AI to Create Indecent Imagery of Fellow Students
Child protection advocates have called for urgent action to address the misuse of AI and the restriction of access to such tools among school-age children.
US, UK and Dozen Nations Forge Groundbreaking Pact for Secure-by-Design AI
The United States, the United Kingdom and a coalition of a dozen countries have jointly announced a pact to ensure that AI technologies are 'secure by design'.
Hunger Crisis Looms Over Chad as Funding for Food Aid Wavers
Without immediate and substantial financial support, vital food distributions to Chad will be halted, exacerbating the suffering of vulnerable communities.
UK Shoppers Anticipate Reduced Black Friday Purchases Amidst Cost of Living Crisis
The cost of living crisis has caused consumers to be more wary of buying non-essentials this Black Friday due to inflation after the pandemic.
Safety Concerns Surrounding AI model 'Q*' Emerge, 'Advanced Model So Powerful It Alarmed Staff'
Recent reports have brought to light safety apprehensions surrounding the newly developed Model Q*, with workers reportedly expressing their concerns to the board before the abrupt departure of CEO Sam Altman.
Elon Musk Denounces Five Week Strike as Swedish Workers Challenge Tesla
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant led by entrepreneur Elon Musk, finds itself at the centre of a labour dispute as workers in Sweden embark on strikes.
UK Announces £500 Million Boost for AI Compute Capacity and Unveils Five Quantum Projects
The primary objective of the boost for artificial intelligence research is to deploy quantum computers capable of executing one trillion computing operations.
Gender Pay Gap for UK Women Aged 40 and Over Predicted to Persist Until Retirement
The gender pay gap in earnings reflects economic inequality about older women entering retirement with lower accrued earnings.
Cutting-Edge AI Technology Takes to the Skies to Monitor Giant Icebergs from Space
The AI can accomplish this task within one-hundredth of a second, a speed markedly superior to manual delineation.
Rishi Sunak's Decision to Scrap Free NHS Prescriptions Draws Criticism for Impact on the Most Vulnerable
Sunak is scrapping free NHS prescriptions that have been a vital lifeline for individuals with chronic conditions, low-income families, and the elderly.
Jeremy Hunt Announces Significant Tax Cut Amidst Downturn in Growth Forecast
Hunt defended the move, asserting that it aligns with the government's commitment to supporting businesses and individuals during challenging times.
AI Chatbots Transform Education and Work Support for Over Half of UK's Youth
Beyond academics, AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Bard and Hugging Chat are also making waves in the professional sphere.
