Study shows that antidepressants may reduce likelihood of testing positive for COVID-19
A new study from King's College London has found that patients who are prescribed antidepressants are significantly less likely to test for COVID-19.
UK Space Agency puts forward just over £2 million to fund growth in the British space sector
The chosen projects are to receive funding for development across innovative space technologies and the recipients include groups from universities in Britain.
Government announces £21 million AI investment for NHS
£21 million will be invested in AI developments across the NHS, the Government announced today. The funding will allow NHS Trusts to accelerate the deployment of the most promising AI tools across hospitals.
Tech entrepreneur Ian Hogarth to oversee AI research as chair of the Foundation Model Taskforce
Following the announcement of the new Foundation Model Taskforce earlier this year, the government have appointed tech entrepreneur and AI expert Ian Hogarth as chair of the new body.
UK makes progress towards a sabotage-free GPS-less navigation system
During one of its ship trials, the Royal Navy tested a prototype quantum sensor, which was built by the Imperial College of London. The sensors were tested onboard XV Patrick Blackett.
British government announce £54 million investment into the development of trustworthy artificial intelligence
Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Chloe Smith has announced new investment into artificial intelligence research at the London Tech Week.
Latest labour market data spells more trouble for UK mortgage holders
A reported 1.3 million UK households with mortgages were already expecting increased costs at the start of the year. The latest data means there is more pain yet to come.
Researchers test new method of helping people with addiction
A group of researchers from the Rochester Institute of Technology are testing a new method of delivering therapy to people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, and aggressive behaviour.
Russian forces accused of destroying another dam in Ukraine
Russia has again been accused of blowing up another dam in the western Donetsk region of Ukraine.
Ukraine dam collapse may poison Black Sea, affect the world, claims Zelenskiy
The collapse of Ukraine's Nova Kakhovka dam can spell disaster for the rest of the world as well, claims Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
King's College epidemiologist warns of made-in-China supplements
Spector labelled these nutraceutical companies as future food giants who will rule the market and they are spending astronomical amounts for this purpose.
NHS strikes to continue after workers reject the governments pay rise
After months of protests, an agreement has been made between the government and unions regarding the increase of NHS staff wages. Several NHS workers are rejecting the offer and will continue to strike until their demands are met.
Students demand for refund on tuition fees amid pandemic disruptions
With the Class of 2023 set to graduate, the question of the quality of education throughout the pandemic is being questioned, with many pushing for refunds.
WHO Economics Council suggests value based economic policy instead of GDP
The report titled "Health For All: Transforming Economies To Deliver What Matters" is the first time such a report highlighting healthcare ideas and initiatives for governments and the private sector has been made available.
British scientists develop AI model that can predict secondary breast cancer
Around 25 per cent of 100 women in England will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after they are diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.
Number of migrants to Britain reaches record high of 606,000
This influx of migrants comes despite the government's pledge to reduce the number of student visas issued.
The new pandemic? Mental health issues driving the rise in persistent absences from school
Despite the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic over, its effects are still felt today, with a death toll totalling over 226,000 in Britain alone.
London Mayor underlines environmental action plan through book on personal struggle with air pollution
Mayor Sadiq Khan's book, "Breathe: Tackling the Climate Emergency", chronicles his long battle against the air quality of London which caused some health issues like asthma and a possible heart attack.
Social mobility charity outlines checklist to help organisations improve inclusiveness for young people
The Talent Tap highlight ways organisations can help young people bring their voices to the table through a four-point Social Mobility Checklist.
Children in England are best readers in the Western world, new study suggests
According to a new study, children in England are better at reading than anywhere else in the Western world.
New urine test as cancer diagnostic tool developed at MIT
The test requires just a urine sample, making it an affordable and non-invasive screening option. The technology behind the test uses a new type of nanoparticle with a protein-coating tagged with DNA sequences.
Blinken and Cleverly signal foreign policy consensus between Britain and US
In a joint statement following their meeting in Washington, British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken indicated consensus on the conflict in Ukraine and foreign policy approaches to China.
New AI cancer detection tool to expedite pancreatic cancer testing
At present, there are no population-based tools to broadly screen for pancreatic cancer but those with a family history are at high risk for it.
UK to mark coronation with street parties and a concert
Monday has been declared a public holiday -- meaning people can let loose on Sunday without having to worry about a hangover.
'Very happy' Ed Sheeran wins US copyright trial
Sheeran's "Thinking Out Loud" shot up America's Billboard Hot 100 charts upon release, and won Sheeran a 2016 Song of the Year Grammy.
Sheeran copyright battle could stoke songwriting paranoia
This week Sheeran told the court that fellow songwriters have told him "you have to win this for us"
New AI tool can help identify lung cancer accurately: study
Researchers in the UK have developed an AI tool that can predict whether an abnormal growth in thebody is cancerous or not.
People now swimming in stinky sewage discharge on Britain's 'best beach'
Gorleston Beach was once rated UK's best beach and among the best across Europe.
Martina Navratilova slams transgender swimmer Lia Thomas: 'stop explaining feminism to feminists'
Despite being lesbian, Navratilova does not support transgender women competing against biological women.
Football scholar among dead at Alabama sweet 16 mass shooting
Phil Dowdell was recruited by Jacksonville State University and given a football scholarship.