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Trump warns against slowing down AI but he is not against some guardrails
President Trump said there were "negative forces" predicting things that he says won't happen.…
USA defeat France to win 12th FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup
Breanna Stewart leads comeback win for the record champions despite France's early lead in the Berlin final.…
A third person has died of measles in the US, health officials say
Pennsylvania reports that a 40-year-old woman died from the disease, which was declared eliminated in the US in 2000.…
Andy Burnham to host entrepreneurs and local mayors at No 10 on Monday
Prime minister vows to ‘reindustrialise Britain’ through new partnership with business The prime minister is to host business leaders, entrepreneurs a…
‘Sweat the asset’: new development minister plots path to make UK aid count
Kirsty McNeill reaffirms Labour’s 0.7% of GDP pledge and promises value for money to allay voter concernsThe development minister, Kirsty McNeill, has…
India win Women’s Asia Cup but do not accept trophy
India were not present at the trophy ceremony, which was led by Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Naqvi.…
Swedish party blocs tied after Sunday vote, projections say
With 50% of the votes counted, the two main blocs were separated by only 20,000 votes, Sweden public broadvasteer SVT said.…
'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges
Burnham has said those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.…
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".…
Ronaldo calls for life bans of Saudi Pro League fans after Jota chants
Fans at Al-Taawoun and Al-Hilal game seem to taunt Ruben Neves by chanting name of deceased teammate, Diogo Jota.…
Swedes vote in election that could see far-right in government
Voting is under way in Sweden in a closely fought election that could see the far-right enter government.…
Donald Trump doubles down on support for united Ireland
US president says ‘many people agree’ with his view on unification, brushing off Andy Burnham’s opposition to referendumDonald Trump has reiterated hi…
Wisconsin congressman swims to safety after plane makes emergency landing in lake
Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany and pilot swim to safety after plane made emergency landing in lakeA Republican congressman said he had…
First ministers at Celtic summit to affirm right to seek independence from the UK
Call for ‘constitutional change in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland’ likely to challenge Burnham’s devolution agendaThe first ministers of Wales, …
Politics chat: Trump's $5,000 promise to voters, Vance invokes Charlie Kirk
Following the midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump's $5,000 campaign promise has generated attention, but not belief. And, Vice President JD …
Police searching for six men over anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth
Force releases images of individuals it wants to speak to after disorder at Eastney Marina on 6 September.…
As Chavez and Maduro images disappear, is Venezuela entering a new chapter?
As part of Delcy Rodriguez's 'Venezuela reborn' campaign, murals of leaders like Hugo Chavez are being removed.…
Obama reportedly urges Democrats to prioritize safety plan for AI
Ex-president urged party at closed-door fundraiser to create sweeping framework, from safety ‘slow-down’ to job lossesBarack Obama urged Democrats to …
Europe's big names shine in Solheim Cup win over US
Charley Hull gets the ball rolling as Europe's big guns finally came to the fore in Sunday's singles as they wrestled the Solheim Cup back from the Un…
What are the five pros and cons of artificial intelligence?
AI creates new opportunities in programming and automation, but experts warn of risks to early-career workers.…
Trump reiterates $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if Republicans win midterms
Plan to give US adults $5,000 has been greeted with incredulity across the political spectrum as well as outrageDonald Trump on Sunday doubled down on…
Sweden general election: close race as far right eyes role in government – Europe live
Country heads to the polls as latest polling shows 0.3-point gap between left and right wing blocsin StockholmHej, that’s hello in Swedish, from Stock…
How could Reform UK spend its £72m of new billionaire donations?
Harborne and Delo’s cash could buy a massive head start in an election, but spending big has possible pitfalls Nigel Farage once said he could spend h…
Actor Tatyana Ali advocating for Black and Indigenous maternal health
Actor Tatyana Ali says her healing journey after a traumatic childbirth has inspired her advocacy for Black maternal health, including support for mid…
Kamala Harris’s California home targeted by trespasser, officials say
Former vice-president and her husband were not home when person entered their property, no arrests were madeLaw enforcement officials and a spokespers…
Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists
Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.…
Only slim chance government will meet target of building 1.5m homes, minister says
Angela Rayner says manifesto pledge is not being dropped but focus is now on building council housesUK politics live – latest updatesThe government is…
Voting under way in Sweden with far-right eyeing first role in government
Party with neo-Nazi roots is in line for key ministerial positions if rightwing bloc wins the electionVoting is under way in Sweden in a high-stakes e…
A kingdom within a republic: Inside Uganda’s Buganda
The kingdom’s traditions and institutions have endured through colonial rule, independence and decades of upheaval.…
Indonesian passenger ship overturns, sparking search for about 130 missing
Indonesian rescuers said about 130 passengers and crew are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people sank in bad weather in the Java Sea on …