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  1. OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but 'should trust' AI firms

    Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
  2. All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped

    The star said he was not responsible for Macklemore being dropped from the line-up after he made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.
  3. Letby doctor says inquiry 'grim reading' and he wishes 'we had been brave enough to follow suspicions'

    Consultant Dr John Gibbs worked at the hospital during the period in 2015 to 2016 when Letby murdered seven babies.
  4. UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada

    Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.
  5. Complaints to watchdog about water firms jump 84%

    Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.
  6. AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

    The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.
  7. Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms

    The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless".
  8. Third Heathrow runway should only go ahead if airlines pay for cleaner flying, say advisers

    The government's climate advisers say Heathrow's third runway cannot be approved under current climate policies.
  9. Magazine returned to US library after 132 years overdue

    Concord Public Library said it would have incurred a $12,055 overdue fine, had there not been a temporary fine freeze in place.
  10. Prolific shoplifters behind more than 28,000 offences, BBC finds

    Just 270 people were linked to 28,415 shoplifting offences across England, a BBC analysis has found.
  11. Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit

    The BBC's defence correspondent Jonathan Beale explains what an arms race in space might look like - and what it could mean for us on the ground.
  12. Dan Thomas resigns as Reform Wales leader after arrest on suspicion of assault

    Thomas said he has done nothing wrong as Gwent Police confirms arrest on suspicion of assault.
  13. Key findings from Lucy Letby Thirlwall inquiry

    The inquiry found a "complete failure to protect babies on the neonatal unit" where the nurse worked.
  14. Letby failings go beyond one hospital - the whole system has been found lacking

    Inquiry chair Lady Justice Thirlwall set out how the culture of the health system created the conditions that enabled poor care and criminality.
  15. Repeatedly untruthful, callous and quiet: What we learned about Letby from inquiry report

    The report has shed more details on Lucy Letby - the most prolific child killer in British legal history.
  16. Baby 'cot cams' plan after inquiry finds Lucy Letby crimes could have been prevented

    Plans will be "urgently" developed for live-streaming cameras after an inquiry report into Lucy Letby's crimes.
  17. Why doomsday warnings are not the only threat to the AI juggernaut

    The global AI race is being hit by very localised political and environmental concerns
  18. Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...

    As many as half of people report working when sick. The reasons for this are complex, experts say.
  19. We are all new job starters - here's how we got through the first few days

    Four recent job starters share their tips on what helped them have a smooth transition and survive their first few days.
  20. Is bankrupt competitions boss behind new scheme?

    The man behind a competions company which went bust owing thousands is back with a new venture.
  21. The Papers: 'Complete failure to protect babies' and 'Sterling mess'

    The landmark public inquiry into Lucy Letby's murders and attempted murders is the focus of several of today's papers.
  22. 'Luck and timing': Matthew Rhys on his historic Emmy Awards double win

    Speaking to the BBC, the Welsh actor described the "surreal" experience of becoming the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night.
  23. Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'

    Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.
  24. US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007

    The effective interest rate on US government bonds over 10 years, known as the 10-year Treasury yield, has risen as high as 5.04% but has eased back since.
  25. Search launched for boy, 3, missing at playground

    Police carry out door-to-door inquiries in Brantham and a helicopter has been seen circling the area.
  26. Thirteenth Met Police officer sacked after Charing Cross Panorama film

    PC Mason O'Connor is dismissed after a hearing found he had breached standards of professional behaviour, the Met said.
  27. Trump criticises Supreme Court after justices block mail-in ballot restrictions

    The president assailed the justices for blocking his plan to allow delivery of ballots only to voters on lists of citizens.
  28. Southport attack victims, survivors and families hit by data breach

    The Ministry of Justice says sensitive and personal data was accessed in a limited number of cases.
  29. Turkey arrests dozens in crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists

    The arrests are an escalation in the Turkish government's campaign targeting LGBTQ+ community and activists.
  30. Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians

    A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say.
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  32. Newscast

    President Trump dismisses need for AI guardrails, saying “whoever wins AI, wins”
  33. Americast

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  34. 'Superstar' Dowman shows his class - but Arsenal know caution is needed

    Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development.
  35. Brook likened to Pietersen in SL win - how do they compare?

    Harry Brook hits a brutal century and draws comparisons with Kevin Pietersen as England thrash Sri Lanka by 119 runs in the first T20 in Southampton.
  36. Let them ref the games and be humans - Andrews

    After Brentford overcame Reading to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round, head coach Keith Andrews believes the video assistant referee (VAR) is preventing referees from making decisions in matches.
  37. Brook & Baker shine as England crush Sri Lanka

    Harry Brook hit 114 not out in the first innings set up England with a total of 254 proving to difficult for Sri Lanka to chase leading to a England win by 119 runs after bowling out Sri Lanka.
  38. Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport - Hunt

    British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned about the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney being part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.
  39. Tuchel regrets not eating Azteca turf after win over Mexico

    Thomas Tuchel regrets not eating any of the grass at the Azteca Stadium after England's epic World Cup win against Mexico.