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Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
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Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age

New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents....

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AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act

With Trump opposed and Congress divided, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely to pass anytime soon despite mounting pressure.

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AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.

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The Balkan nation is aiming to become a new centre for medical tourism.

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How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts

While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.

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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension

Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

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Few companies have the technology to make aircraft windows which are getting harder to make.

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Can Europe recharge its battery industry?

Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants?

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As many as half of people report working when sick. The reasons for this are complex, experts say.

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Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters

Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

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Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

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US President Donald Trump dismisses calls to slow the development of AI, saying that claims of it "taking over the World" are a "HOAX".

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Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.

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US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007

The effective interest rate on US government bonds over 10 years, known as the 10-year Treasury yield, has risen as high as 5.04% but has eased back since.

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The global AI race is being hit by very localised political and environmental concerns

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Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

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The government's climate advisers say Heathrow's third runway cannot be approved under current climate policies.

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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher

Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

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Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

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'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites

So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it

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Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over

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UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada

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The prime minister insists he is prepared to take "difficult decisions" at next month's Budget.

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