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People are using AI to ‘sit’ with them while they trip on psychedelics
Peter—who asked to have his last name omitted from this story for privacy reasons—is far from alone. A growing number of people are using…
Susan Darwin
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‘Europe is not the US’: Tech insiders call for smarter AI rules
The EU AI Act is expected to introduce its key rules for general-purpose AI (GPAI) models on August 2. However, amid growing concerns that…
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How universal rental subsidies could help the housing crisis
If there’s one thing that U.S. politicians and activists from across the political spectrum can agree on, it’s that rents are far too…
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Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed by ministers
The amount of time off and pay new parents can get after the birth of a child will be looked at in a "landmark" review, the government…
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Chief Rabbi says 'vile Jew-hatred at Glastonbury' a 'national shame'
The UK's Chief Rabbi has strongly criticised "the airing of vile Jew-hate at Glastonbury" after a live broadcast of Bob Vylan's…
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US Senate holds marathon vote on Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
Brandon Drenon BBC News Reporting from Capitol Hill The US Senate is holding a marathon vote on a sprawling budget that is critical to…
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Israeli, US-backed Gaza aid group must end, say 130 charities
More than 130 charities and other NGOs are calling for the controversial Israeli and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) to be…
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MPs to vote on welfare bill as unrest rumbles on
MPs will vote on the government's planned reforms to welfare later - with dozens of Labour MPs still planning to vote against them,…
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Meet Picastro, the Instagram alternative for astrophotographers
For those who’ve had enough of scrolling AI slop, meet Picastro: an Instagram app for astrophotography. Picastro is a dedicated,…
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Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead
"I've not had as much quality time with my colleagues since the Brexit wars," a minister told me with a wry smile. A remark that gets to…
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Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty in 2022 murders of Idaho students - reports
A 30-year-old man who is due to stand trial for the fatal stabbings of four roommates in a small Idaho college town will plead guilty as…
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Parents face barriers to vaccinating children, says report
Parents are being prevented from vaccinating their children because of obstacles such as difficulty booking appointments and a lack of…
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Wimbledon 2025: Yulia Putintseva appeals to umpire over safety concern
World number 33 Yulia Putintseva raised security concerns about a spectator during her first-round match at Wimbledon, asking for them to…
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Here’s what Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill means for AI
The Republican Party’s 800-page “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is now being debated in the Senate, with a final up-or-down vote expected as…
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Colombian gangs are using social media to recruit children, the U.N. warns
Colombian gangs are using social media to reach and recruit children, the United Nations has warned. Gangs and rebel groups are enticing…
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The Senate budget bill would essentially kill wind and solar development
From the outset, President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act was always going to be bad for renewables (and U.S. energy consumers),…
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UK F-35 parts exports to Israel is lawful, High Court rules
The UK's High Court has rejected a case brought by campaigners trying to stop the transfer to Israel of all British-made spare parts for…
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The battle for Orlando: How Epic Universe could impact Disney World theme park attendance
It’s been over 60 years since Walt Disney took a fateful flight over an undeveloped section of Central Florida and decided that he wanted…
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Israeli military investigates 'reports of harm to civilians' after hundreds killed near Gaza aid sites
The Israeli military has said it is examining reports of civilians being "harmed" while approaching aid distribution centres in Gaza run…
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Police identify Wess Roley, 20, as suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush
Police sources have identified 20-year-old Wess Roley as the suspect in the sniper attack on firefighters in Idaho, according to the BBC's…
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Mystery lunch meat: 150,000 pounds of bologna recalled due to ‘undeclared’ chicken, beef, or pork contents
If you’re planning on making a bologna sandwich anytime soon, you might want to stop and check your meat first. On June 27, the U.S.…
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Joby Aviation stock soars: Flying taxi company completes first successful test flights in Dubai, launch set for 2026
Dubai just took one step closer to its goal of launching electric air taxis in early 2026. U.S.-based Joby Aviation, Inc., a company that…
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England vs India: Josh Tongue's ability bowling to the tail crucial for Ben Stokes' side
Helmets, padding and the ability to practice better has made everyone fair game and you're acutely aware that you'll receive a bouncer…