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A recent study by Policy Tracker has raised questions about the reliability of the 5G signal displayed on smartphones. Despite seeing the 5G symbol on their devices, users may not be receiving the promised faster internet speeds. The research indicated that in nearly 40% of cases, when the 5G symbol appears, devices are actually connected […]

The UK government is examining the impact of bright car headlights on nighttime drivers amid increasing complaints regarding glare from oncoming vehicles. Drivers have expressed difficulties with visibility at night, particularly with LED headlamps that are more intense and focused compared to traditional halogen lights. Feedback from drivers indicates that these brighter lights can momentarily

Talifhani Banks is the founder of Spaza Eats, a South African delivery service established in 2023. The company aims to address the needs of townships and rural areas that are often overlooked by existing delivery platforms. Since its inception, Spaza Eats has attracted tens of thousands of customers and has provided smaller food vendors with

The Chair of The Alan Turing Institute, Dr. Doug Gurr, spoke to the BBC regarding serious accusations that surfaced in August. Whistleblowers claimed that the leadership misused public funds, promoted a toxic internal culture, and failed to fulfill the Institute’s mission. They noted that the organization, which serves as the UK’s national body for artificial

In a lab located in north-west London, three robotic hands are being developed by Shadow Robot, a company focused on creating technology that enhances daily living. Rich Walker, the firm’s director, notes that the goal is not the creation of humanoid robots like those seen in movies, but rather to design helpful machines for household

OpenAI has provided new estimates regarding the mental health of ChatGPT users, revealing that approximately 0.07% of weekly active users may show signs of mental health emergencies, such as mania, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts. With ChatGPT reported to have 800 million weekly active users, critics have pointed out that even a small percentage could represent

A former trader, Tom Hayes, who had his conviction for interest rate manipulation overturned, is suing his former employer, UBS. After a decade-long legal struggle, Hayes had his conviction quashed by the UK Supreme Court in July, which deemed the original prosecution unfair. He had been sentenced to prison in 2015 for manipulating rates tied

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a deal to supply Turkey with 20 Typhoon fighter jets, valued at up to £8 billion. This agreement, signed during his visit to Ankara, is noted as the largest fighter jet export deal in nearly two decades. The UK government claims it will support thousands of jobs across

A new law designed to enhance renters’ rights in England was officially approved on Monday, marking what is considered the most significant reform to the rental sector in over three decades. The government plans to provide details regarding the implementation timeline for these changes in the coming weeks. Approximately 20% of UK households rent privately,

Mark Mardell, a journalist and former BBC presenter, reported an incident where he was denied boarding a Turkish Airlines flight due to his Parkinson’s disease and the absence of a required doctor’s report. Mardell was traveling from Istanbul to Gatwick when airline staff informed him that he could not fly without documentation asserting he was