Could AI pose a threat to humanity, and can it be regulated?
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Jury discharged in Boris Johnson wedding plot trial
A jury fails to reach a verdict for Tim Speers who was accused of planning a protest at the event.
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Westminster's time is coming to an end, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders say
The leaders of Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Fein say the UK government should prepare for constitutional change.
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Member of UK armed forces dies in road traffic incident in Ukraine
The incident is not the result of hostile action, the BBC understands.
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Chief coroner calls for inquiry into Manchester synagogue attack
The chief coroner says sensitive MI5 evidence means inquests may not be suitable.
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Two runners died during Great North Run
The men, both aged 25, collapsed on the course on Sunday, the Great Run Company says.
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This is what women in sport look like - female athletes hit back
British sprinter Amy Hunt is among an array of female athletes criticising the controversial betting advert starring…
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London musical cancelled after Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey pull out
Sunday in the Park With George was supposed to make its debut next year at the Barbican.
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Removal of US Embassy staffer from UK 'unforgivable'
Charlotte Charles says the situation has "all the hallmarks" of her son's case.
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Steep rise in young UK nationals detained for smuggling drugs from Asia
Hundreds of Britons have been detained in Thailand on suspicion of attempting to smuggle cannabis to the UK.
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From Challenger Tour to Davis Cup - GB's Samuel on 'surreal' year
Briton Toby Samuel is to make his Davis Cup debut for Great Britain after what he calls a "surreal" 12 months.
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Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?
Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.
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Speedboat killer jailed for attack on girlfriend
Jack Shepherd was sentenced at Isleworth Crown Court after previously admitting the violent assault.
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Driver who killed Team GB triathlete to be deported
Romanian van driver Visile Barbu's appeal against deportation was dismissed by a judge.
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Donations law changes to be debated after Reform's £72m windfall
The government is seeking to change the law on donations to UK political parties from British expats.
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Deep-fried food banned under new school dinner rules in England
The government describes its new school food standards as "once-in-a-generation changes".
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MPs and Lords call for new law to address AI threat to human rights
Existing laws are not equipped to address the risks to human rights being posed by artificial intelligence, UK…
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Former West Ham keeper Miklosko dies aged 64
Ludek Miklosko made almost 400 appearances for West Ham in the 1990s, and fans sang his name long after his exit.
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In pictures: Thousands flock to Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling
The event, featuring a host of bands, singers and Radio 2 DJs is taking place at the foot of Stirling Castle.
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Bears, Bills and Ravens win on record-breaking Sunday
After kicking off the NFL season with a Super Bowl rematch and a trip to Australia, week one continued with a…
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Police had councillor's fingerprints on hate mail - but dropped case
Gerard Woodhouse's fingerprints were found on an offensive letter before he targeted another victim.
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Asian hornet hunt leads to nest discovery
Bee keepers and inspectors used GPS trackers to follow the insects and find the nest in Oldham.
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The Papers: 'Compulsory lentils' and 'Boris flees Vlad drone blitz'
New school food rules for England and ex-PM Boris Johnson "flees Vlad drone blitz" are the top stories in Monday's…
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My son was jailed indefinitely for stealing a mobile - we've waited 21 years to see him released
Leroy Douglas has spent almost as long in prison as one of Wales' most notorious murderers.
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Carney eyes 'unique alliance' with EU as trade war with US intensifies
While Carney has ruled out EU membership, the Canadian leader says he wants to pursue a "unique alliance" with Brussels.
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Watch: Why a Russian strike on train near Ukraine-Poland border could mark an escalation
No casualties were reported after a Russian drone struck a train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials…
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US pilot shot down over Iran recalls 'free-falling' in first interview since rescue
The April rescue operation to recover the downed aircrew saw the first US boots on the ground in Iran in 46 years,…
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Warm start to week to make way for wetter and windier conditions
A stronger jet stream will bring a distinctly autumnal look to our weather this week, but is there a September heatwave…
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Buckingham Palace works uncover trove of everyday items dating back to 1800s
A collection of historic, forgotten items have been found during the restoration of the London royal residence.
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Dentists issue warnings about illegal pop-up events in hotels
Premises in which dentistry happens must be registered with the relevant inspectorate but most hotels are not.
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Patrols to start in Essex locations visited by asylum seekers
A Reform UK-led council says it is part of a three-month trial to "deter anti-social behaviour".
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Refereeing body admits judgement error over Haaland derby winner
The Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref admits an error of judgement in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the…
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Dominant Kerr wins $150k with GB's first Ultimate title
Josh Kerr ends a sensational season by winning the Ultimate Championship 1500m title as the inaugural edition of…
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Trump says he will remove all Irish whiskey tariffs as he ends two-day visit
Whiskey distilled in the Republic of Ireland faces the standard 15% tariff which applies to EU goods entering the US.
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How virtual safety car cost Norris win - and should F1 change rules?
Lando Norris says he was "insanely unlucky" to lose what seemed like a certain win in the Spanish Grand Prix because of…
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Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.
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