Biden On TikTok: 'Lol' Or National Security Worry?
US President Joe Biden's debut on TikTok has caused a stir -- not least because the Chinese-owned social media platform is still officially considered a security risk by Washington.
'Tears, Hugs' As Rescued Gaza Hostages Back In Israel
There were hugs and tears at Israel's largest hospital on Monday as two Gaza hostages were reunited with their families after being rescued in a deadly military raid.
Baby Rescued 60 Hours After Being Buried Alive In Philippine Landslide
As many as 54 people have died in the incident after a landslide hit a southern village last week.
Backlash Against Lionel Messi Continues, China Cancels 2 Friendly Matches Featuring Argentina
Argentina were scheduled to play against Ivory Coast and Nigeria in China.
Hamas Warns Israeli Invasion Of Rafah Will 'Torpedo' Hostage Talks
Hamas warned Israel on Sunday that a ground offensive in Rafah, crowded with displaced Gazans, would imperil future hostage releases, while US President Joe Biden urged the protection of civilians in the besieged territory.
UK Announces New £12 million AI Hub For Chemistry Research
£100 million has also been awarded to biotech projects to help pioneer new technologies to prepare for pandemics, innovate farming and protect against floods.
Nearly Three-Quarters Of Employers 'Don't Know' How To Implement AI, New Study Shows
According to Gallagher's newly released State of the Sector report, 71 per cent of HR and Communication leaders said their organisation had provided zero guidance on when, where or how to use the technology.
AI Models Choose Nuclear Attacks Over Peace As The US Implements The Technology Into Its Arsenal
Ex-Google engineer and AI pioneer Blake Lemoine claimed that artificial intelligence will start wars and could be used for assassination.
Starmer Faces Rising Criticism Over Plans To Drop £28 Billion Green Investment Pledge
Starmer is expected to argue that it will not affect specific pledges on improving home energy efficiency and decarbonising the national grid by 2030.
Vladimir Putin Heaps Praise On Elon Musk, Says 'There's No Stopping' Him
Acknowledging Elon Musk's unstoppable drive, Vladimir Putin suggested collaboration with regulations for a formalised process.
North Korean Defectors Talk About Living Conditions Under Kim Jong-Un's Rule
The number of North Korean defectors has nearly tripled in 2023 compared to the previous two years.
Woman Slips Through The Floor Of Moving Bus, Saved By Fellow Passengers
The woman may not have survived if it were not for the timely intervention of her fellow passengers.
Lionel Messi Plays In Japan Friendly After Snubbing Hong Kong, Ignites Political Conflict
Snubbed fans in Hong Kong are questioning whether Messi was really injured when he failed to play last Sunday.
Holiday-hit Asian Markets Mixed, Wall St Record Fails To Inspire
Asian markets were mixed in holiday-thinned trade Friday as investors struggled to build on another record-setting day on Wall Street, with focus on the upcoming release of key US inflation data.
Putin Tells West: Russia Cannot Be Defeated In Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin said in an interview released Thursday with controversial right-wing US journalist Tucker Carlson that the West should understand it is "impossible" to defeat Russia in Ukraine.
Orcas Struggling To Breathe After Getting Stuck In Ice Sheets Luckily Manage To Escape
Orcas, also known as killer whales, are not really whales but belong to the dolphin family.
Rishi Sunak Under Fire For Trans Jibe When Murdered Teen's Mother Was In Commons
The teenager named Brianna Ghey died after repeatedly being stabbed with a knife in a park in Cheshire.
Spanish Farmers Block Roads For Second Day
Thousands of farmers used tractors to block roads across Spain for the second day running on Wednesday amid Europe-wide protests against cheaper imports and heavy regulation.
Labour Drops Radical Reforms As It Prepares To 'Bombproof' Manifesto From Tory Attacks
Sunak has said he plans to hold an election later in the year, widely expected to be in October or November, as a YouGov survey of 14,000 respondents forecasts that the Tories will hold on to just 169 seats, while Labour will claim 385.
New AI Regulation White Paper Talks of Preparing the UK Economy for Future AI Risks
A new AI regulation white paper has called for strict changes AI regulatory framework including supporting UK regulators with £100 million in funding to develop technical systems to monitor AI systems.
AI Laws Inevitable But 'Not Right For Today', Says UK Government
The UK government have set out their position after EU legislators confirmed this week that their 'AI Act' will be passed as a law by next year.
Labour Proposes Extension of Equal Pay Rights to Black, Asian and Minority Staff
The proposal aims to tackle the persistent wage gaps faced by individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, marking a significant step towards a fairer and more inclusive workforce.
Neighbours Of Elderly XL Bully Victim Say They Heard "Horrific" Sounds Next Door
The neighbours of Esther Martin, a London grandmother, have since spoken out about the "horrific" screaming they heard while the 68-year-old was being attacked by dogs in the property next door.
Airports In Spain Make Massive Security Rule Change For Travellers, Will Begin from Later This Year
The new rule will initially come in Spain's three major airports.
Biden To Receive Scholz Amid Ukraine Aid Impasse
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will try to build on the momentum from Europe's success in agreeing new aid for war-torn Ukraine when he heads to Washington this week, where President Joe Biden is struggling to overcome opposition to a US package.
Global Stocks Rise On Strong Earnings, New Support From China
US and European indexes edged cautiously higher Tuesday as investors digested strong corporate results, while stocks in Hong Kong and Shanghai soared after Chinese authorities announced moves to reverse a long-running rout.
Undeterred Ex-PM Truss Launches New UK Tory Grouping
Liz Truss may have flopped as UK prime minister, but she remains on the political stage, launching on Tuesday a new movement that aims to push the ruling Conservatives rightwards.
Scotland's Prisoners 'Could Be Released Early' If Overcrowding Continues
The Chief Executive of the Scottish Prison Service has said that Scotland's prisons are at a "tipping point", given the extreme number of people incarcerated.
Sunak Plays Down £1,000 Rwanda Bet With Piers Morgan After Backlash
The House of Lords voted to delay ratification of the Rwanda treaty until the government has demonstrated that Rwanda is a safe country for migrants.
Hong Kong Fans Outraged As Lionel Messi Skips Inter Miami Friendly Game Appearance
It is still unclear if the Argentine will be able to play in Japan on Wednesday, where another friendly match is set to take place.