OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but 'should trust' AI firms
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

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.

All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

The star said he was not responsible for Macklemore being dropped from the line-up after he made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.

Letby doctor says inquiry 'grim reading' and he wishes 'we had been brave enough to follow suspicions'
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

Consultant Dr John Gibbs worked at the hospital during the period in 2015 to 2016 when Letby murdered seven babies.

UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
Posted on Tuesday September 15, 2026

Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.

Mayors could be given powers to oversee water companies
Posted on Wednesday September 16, 2026

The idea is to create nine new regional bodies responsible for planning, setting objectives and holding water companies to account.