Trump downplays warnings of AI risks, citing rivalry with China
The US President said “negative forces” were airing concerns about “things that won’t happen”.
Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.
US congressman swims to safety after his plane is forced to land on a lake
The small plane carrying Rep Tom Tiffany had a mechanical issue that forced the pilot to make an emergency landing on a Wisconsin lake.
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.
Legendary Canadian boxer George Chuvalo dies aged 89
The heavyweight champion took on the likes of Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, and was known for never once getting knocked out or knocked down.
Six dead, 130 missing after Indonesian ferry capsizes in Java Sea
Ships and helicopters are searching for those missing from the Virgo Transport 8 ship, which had encountered bad weather.
Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions
Brics members agree they need a new global order but it’s harder to answer what should replace it and how to get there.
AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC
It comes as the AI firm’s boss has called for the technology’s development to be slowed down, citing “serious” risks.
They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets
Some people fired in the wake of Kirk’s assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start over from scratch.
Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion
Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true figure.