Business
We launched an AI agent and it flopped. Here’s what we learned—and why we’re trying again
In September 2023, we thought we had done something revolutionary. Helios AI became the first company in our industry to launch a…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
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'Dieselgate': Five carmakers go on trial over emissions cheat claims
Emer MoreauBusiness reporter A major lawsuit against five leading carmakers accused of cheating on emissions tests is set to begin at the…
News
The emerging new job for humans AI just created
As a learning designer at Zapier, I used to spend my days helping my teammates learn: I built and led trainings, created enablement…
News
Two charged with murder of singer Ian Watkins in Wakefield Prison
Two men have been charged with the murder of paedophile singer Ian Watkins, who was killed in Wakefield Prison. The former Lostprophets…
News
The ‘Blue Dolphin’ Rule: Stop negative thoughts with emotional intelligence
Ever had a song you couldn’t get out of your head? That happened to me the other day. Pink Pony Club. It’s everywhere right now; I can’t…
Business
Lloyds warns car finance scandal could cost it £2bn
Lloyds Banking Group is setting aside an additional £800m for car finance compensation claims, bringing the total amount allocated by the…
Business
What’s open and closed on Columbus Day 2025? Holiday info for stores, banks, post offices, stock markets, pharmacies
This year, Columbus Day, also known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, lands on Monday, October 13. While it’s a federal holiday and many schools…
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Israeli hostage release: Netanyahu welcomes Trump with second group of hostages expected to be released shortly – live updates
Trump lands in Israel ahead of parliament speech The US president, Donald Trump, has arrived in Israel to address the Israeli parliament,…
Beauty
‘It was for Botox’: Workers sneakily schedule errands on the clock
Those who work a 9-to-5 know nabbing one of the few available weekend slots with your hairdresser or nail technician requires a huge…
News
Who are the 48 hostages still being held in Gaza?
The Israeli military says the first hostages have been handed over by Hamas, ahead of the expected release of 48 captives - 20 of whom are…
News
China accuses US of 'double standards' over tariff threat
Donald Trump's latest threat to impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods is "a typical example of US double standards", China's…
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Trump says Ukraine may get Tomahawk missiles to use against Russia
US President Donald Trump is considering sending Tomahawk long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine, saying it would provide "a new step of…
News
'We're in limbo': A town in Trump country where shutdown axe looms
Ana Faguyin Martinsburg, West Virginia It's been three months since Jonathan Giba moved into temporary housing for homeless veterans…
Business
How to keep adult friendships and stop ghosting
Alex TaylorBBC News reporter "We must catch up soon!" It's a phrase near universal in adult friendships - a text we've likely both sent…
Business
Thermal cameras read stress on my face
Victoria GillScience correspondent, BBC News Watch Science Correspondent Victoria Gill put herself through a thermal imaging stress test…
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Trump says 'war is over' in Gaza as he flies to Israel for release of hostages
US President Donald Trump has said "the war is over" as he travels to Israel for the release of hostages from Gaza under the ceasefire…
Culture
2026 World Cup: How can Scotland qualify for finals?
Scotland and Denmark are both on 10 points. The Danes have a handsome goal difference advantage of six goals, and that is the first…
Culture
World Grand Slam Darts 2025 results: Luke Littler demolishes Luke Humphries to win title
World champion Luke Littler clinically defeated world number one Luke Humphries 6-1 to win his first World Grand Prix title. Littler, 18,…
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Starmer arrives in Egypt ahead of summit on Gaza peace plan
The prime minister has arrived in Egypt ahead of an international peace summit where the peace plan for Gaza is due to be signed. Sir Keir…
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England in New Zealand: Kane Williamson to miss T20 series
Williamson opted to miss the recent T20 series against Australia under the terms of his casual contract with New Zealand Cricket, while he…
Business
First-time contender crowned World Conker Champion
Laura DevlinNorthamptonshire The new King and Queen Conker have been crowned after a closely-fought contest at the World Conker…
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South Carolina shooting at crowded bar leaves 4 dead
A mass shooting at a crowded bar in the southern US state of South Carolina has left four people dead and at least 20 injured, officials…
Business
The women taking tech giant Meta to task after their baby loss
Hayley ComptonEast Midlands investigations What does my baby look like at six weeks? When's my due date? When should I book my first…