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The UK will lead on limiting the dangers of artificial intelligence, says PM Rishi Sunak
The UK will lead on "guard rails" to limit the dangers of AI, says Rishi Sunak, signalling that the government may seek to adopt a more cautious approach to the development of AI.
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.
Just Stop Oil protest for the second time in 48 hours after UK Government's Public Order Act returns
Just Stop Oil marches continue in London after more than 20 protestors were arrested on Wednesday, to show their defiance against the new anti-protest legislation.
First-ever undercover footage in UK slaughterhouse shows stunned pigs before slaughter
The killing of pigs using the CO2 stunning method has increased to 88 per cent in 2023 as the first-ever undercover UK investigation inside a pig abattoir exposes the "utterly inhumane" suffering of pigs.
King Charles III's coronation is expected to cost taxpayers around £250m
Amid the cost-of-living crisis and public servants striking for increased wages, the Coronation of King Charles is expected to cost UK taxpayers over £250m.
Study shows unequal opportunities between urban and rural areas in the UK
A new study reveals the constraints on opportunity for young people in rural and coastal areas compared to urban and sub-urban areas, showing the mission to "level up" the UK is far from over.
Broken ceasefire during Sudan crisis forces UK government to evacuate British nationals
According to the Sudanese Doctors Union, only 23 of the 78 hospitals in the capital remain operational. Meanwhile, the UK makes plans to evacuate British diplomats.
Internet activity rockets in response to Just Stop Oil protest at the World Championship Snooker
Just Stop Oil environmental protestors disrupted the World Snooker Championship on Monday, causing a spike in internet search terms pertaining to the incident.
UK government's updated Net Zero Strategy welcomed by finance industry
The Government's updated Net Zero Strategy, which now recognises the key role played by UK-based professional bodies, has been welcomed by the finance industry.
The Department of Education and UK government regulators accused of 'throttling online learning at birth'
Online learning technologies have experienced a spectacular soar over recent years. However, the UK government still believe that in-class teaching is the appropriate way to move forward.
UK government admits to no evidence over economic migrants assertions
The UK government admits to having no evidence to back up claims of boat travellers being economic migrants and to throwing away 318 tonnes of subsidised food.
'Swap to stop' scheme will give 1 million smokers free vape kits
Up to £400 will also be offered to pregnant women, as part of a package of measures in England that the 'swap to stop' scheme will implement.
UK government 'kicking the plastic can down a polluted road', says climate expert
Climate expert, Steve Hynd, believes the UK government's refusal to end plastic waste exports in the next four years is a big mistake.
Gary Lineker: BBC's 'MOTD' pundits, commentators refuse to work in support of suspended presenter
"Match of the Day" is a a football show in the UK, which has been airing since 1964.
UK government aims to transform Britain into the next Silicon Valley and tech superpower
UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt believes "being a technology superpower can change our country's destiny" and has plans to "unlock our national potential to be one of Europe's most exciting, most innovative and most prosperous economies".
UK firms need to overhaul their thinking on older workers, according to recruitment firm
Recruitment firm, Robert Half, has cautioned that the UK could face the same skills challenge in the next few years without an overhaul of skills development.
Apprenticeships announcement failed to meet full endorsement from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation
Recruitment and Employment Confederation has responded to the government's announcement by the Secretary of State for Education, Gillian Keegan, regarding young people who will be able to use UCAS to search for apprenticeships.
Male sex offender wants to be known as a woman, asks jail authorities for make up
A 50-year-old man who is in prison for the rape of a care worker has requested to be known as a woman and be transferred to a women's prison.
CBI urges the UK government to act decisively on energy bill scheme
The CBI has urged the UK government to clarify its position on the energy bill scheme and explore policy reforms in tackling the rising energy bills.
Chelsea back for sale after Abramovich strikes deal with UK
The Russian has been subjected to government sanctions due to alleged close ties with Vladimir Putin
Prince Harry becomes first royal to threaten legal action against Queen's Government
The Duke said that his safety was compromised when he was visiting the UK in July last year.
What we know about Queen Elizabeth II's platinum jubilee celebration in 2022
At the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant, 670 boats paraded down the River Thames to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle accused of 'influencing voters' in US presidential election
A Republican Congressman has written a letter to the British government to ask the queen to strip them of their royal titles.
Queen Elizabeth II might host garden party at Buckingham Place to honour coronavirus heroes
The British government will likely ask Queen Elizabeth II to host the event as per a proposal that in under consideration.
Why do 99% of cybercrime fraudsters escape justice in the UK?
Some online frauds are so simple to execute it questions why criminals would even consider robbing a bank.
Policeman injured in Russian nerve agent assassination bid on former spy Sergei Skripal now talking
Police are still appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the attack in Salisbury over the weekend.
Has Isis been destroyed on the Internet?
Recruiting and radicalising supporter online could soon become a thing of the past for the Islamic militant group
End of the bookmaker welcome bonus? Ladbrokes, William Hill attacked for 'trapping money'
Gambling websites maintained by Ladbrokes, William Hill and PT Entertainment can no longer use "bonus promotion" in attempts to lure in new customers.
Brexit outcome studies to be released by government, pending Commons vote
Downing Street says the Government will release the impact studies that found the UK would be worse off in any post-Brexit scenario.
UK surveillance law used to spy on calls, texts and internet ruled 'unlawful'
The UK government's surveillance regime used by intelligence agencies to collect internet activity and phone records is unlawful, judges ruled Tuesday (30 January).