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The power of AI is worrying senior Labour figures – as is the fear of ‘falling behind the public’
Senior Labour figures cite artificial intelligence as a major concern alongside economic pressures, with government officials warning of concentrated power in wrong hands and risks from hacking and bioweapons.
The Internet goes on high alert after discovery of 8 compromised TLS certs
Eight compromised TLS certificates from India-based eMudhra Limited could allow attackers to forge trusted credentials for any internet server, prompting global security alerts and widespread blocking measures.
Nursery owner in China jailed for life after hundreds of children poisoned
A Chinese nursery owner and five staff members have been sentenced to prison terms for poisoning over 200 children with lead-contaminated food, with the operator receiving a life sentence.
Trump’s pause on Russia sanctions is ‘reward’ for Putin, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized Trump’s decision to pause sanctions on Russia as a “reward” for Putin, warning it will intensify the war as Moscow launched major strikes on Ukraine’s power infrastructure.
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The slow, muddy work of saving the Isle of Man’s ancient bogs
The Isle of Man’s Peatland Officer leads efforts to restore damaged uplands and ancient bogs, which store vast amounts of carbon and support distinctive wildlife ecosystems.
PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted £10bn, Covid inquiry finds
The UK Covid inquiry found NHS staff were inadequately protected during the pandemic, with nearly £10bn in taxpayer funds wasted on personal protective equipment procurement despite a lack of adequate supplies.
Inside Health – Where are we at with long Covid? – BBC Sounds
A clinical trial found that over-the-counter antihistamines and prescription colchicine offered modest fatigue reduction for long Covid patients, though researchers emphasize this is not a cure.
Inside Health – A new era for type 1 diabetes treatment – BBC Sounds
A new NHS treatment can delay type 1 diabetes onset for years, marking a significant shift from century-old insulin therapy. Screening programs are expanding to identify those who could benefit from the emerging therapy.
Pig kidney works in human body for 271 days – is this the future of organ transplants?
A pig kidney transplanted into a patient functioned for 271 days, the longest duration on record, demonstrating potential as a bridge solution while patients await human organ donation.
Retatutride: How the hunger for a new weight loss drug is feeding an industry of fakes
Counterfeit versions of retatrutide, an experimental weight-loss drug still in clinical trials, are proliferating on black markets worldwide, raising safety concerns among regulators and health professionals.
Mum ‘lost trust’ in Addenbrooke’s after surgeon review
An NHS surgeon’s suspension led to an independent investigation revealing 209 patients experienced harm, including 41 severe cases and one death, at Cambridge’s Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
Trump and Hegseth use 9/11 memorial remarks at Pentagon to defend war on Iran
Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth used Pentagon 9/11 remarks to defend the US-Israel war on Iran, linking the conflict to counterterrorism efforts following the 2001 attacks.
Company hired for Trump’s reflecting pool makeover reportedly admits flaws in plan
The company contracted to renovate the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool acknowledged that faulty design and installation caused damage to the newly installed liner, contradicting the administration’s vandalism claims.
Trump ally resigns from post leading inquiry into alleged conspiracy against president
A longtime Trump ally has resigned from leading a Justice Department investigation into alleged conspiracy against the president, citing the time required to develop cases.
California petition worker arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signs
A California petition worker has been arrested for allegedly paying people to forge voter signatures on ballot petitions, with prosecutors saying he paid individuals on Skid Row to use false identities.
Republican senator fires aide who used Nazi soldiers as Facebook profile picture
Ohio Republican Senator Jon Husted fired an aide after discovering his Facebook profile featured Nazi SS soldiers and he followed a military re-enactment group portraying a Waffen-SS division.