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Why are top researchers quitting the world's biggest AI labs?

A senior safety expert at Anthropic says there is a 10% chance AI could kill all humans. His colleague just quit, accusing the company of gambling with our lives. This is a story of internal crisis at the heart of the AI boom.

Marcus Lee·20h ago

business

What a hundred dollar oil barrel means for Britain

The price of oil has passed a symbolic milestone. For households and businesses, it means higher prices for petrol, heating and the weekly shop.

Priya Sharma·21h ago

world

Why the US and Iran are now fighting a direct war

A US strike on Iranian tankers and an Iranian counter-attack on US targets in Jordan have moved a long-running shadow conflict into open warfare. The risk of regional escalation is now dangerously high.

Daniel Okafor·1d ago

business

Why the Bank of England thinks your mortgage has to rise

Andrew Bailey has signalled more interest rate rises are on the way. For millions of households and businesses, borrowing is about to get even harder.

Priya Sharma·1d ago

UK All UK

Why mayors are getting new powers to tax tourists

The government will let local leaders impose levies on overnight stays. It is a major win for devolution, but the hospitality industry is warning that jobs are at risk.

World All World

Why Iran is back before the UN's top council

The West has forced a symbolic confrontation over Tehran's nuclear programme. This is less about new sanctions, which are unlikely, and more about diplomatic isolation and a new, more dangerous deadlock.

Politics All Politics

What will Miliband’s sanctions row cost Britain?

Ed Miliband has sanctioned Israeli settlements, and Israel has retaliated. This is more than a diplomatic spat. It is the first test of a new, more confrontational British foreign policy.

Business All Business

Why Primark is finally launching home delivery

For years, the fast fashion giant insisted its low-cost model could never work online. This reversal is a huge gamble, driven by new rivals and changing shopping habits.

2h ago

Tech All Tech

Why was the founder of WordPress forced out?

Matt Mullenweg built the company behind WordPress.com. His own board has just put him on leave against his will. The fight has been brewing for years.

4h ago

Sport All Sport

What does Pakistan’s Edgbaston collapse really mean?

A first-day demolition in Birmingham was not just a bad performance. It exposed a team in disarray, facing questions that go far beyond a single lost Test match.

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