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Bioweapons research, Russian-linked spies, guided rockets and cyber-attacks on Europe used Claude AI, Anthropic reveals
Anthropic reveals how Claude AI was used for missile guidance, cyber-attacks, espionage and research linked to potential biological weapons.
Cadbury Takes a Break as KitKat tops Britain’s social media sweet rankings
KitKat has overtaken Cadbury as Britain’s most talked-about confectionery brand, topping Instagram and TikTok with 4.3 million hashtagged posts.
European network alliance doubles in size as digital sovereignty drive accelerates
SAFENet has doubled its membership as five European technology companies join efforts to strengthen digital sovereignty and reduce foreign dependence.
European insurance giants join New York summit on future of AI
European insurance giants will join a New York summit to discuss governing, trusting and safely deploying increasingly autonomous AI.
Oxford leads £10m international study as resistance threatens new TB treatments
Oxford researchers lead a £10m international programme investigating emerging resistance to newer drugs used to treat drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Inside the world’s wildest new mini golf course with caves, 13ft waterfalls… and sharks
Orlando’s new 36-hole mini golf course will take players through caves, past 13ft waterfalls and alongside sharks and stingrays.
Apple’s new boss bets £1,999 on first folding iPhone
Apple launches its first folding iPhone, the £1,999 iPhone Duo, as new CEO John Ternus makes his first major product...
‘Double delight’ as rare red pandas born at Whipsnade Zoo
Rare red panda cubs born at Whipsnade Zoo provide a boost for an endangered species facing growing threats in the...
This Japanese ski resort has just been named the world’s best place for seasonal work
Niseko, Japan, has been named the world’s best seasonal work destination after ranking highly for safety, costs and job opportunities.
Nearly 4m Londoners experienced mental health challenges last year, study finds
Nearly 4 million Londoners experienced mental health challenges last year, while 1.6 million affected people received no support.
Card fraud accounts for more than one-in-three UK identity fraud cases
Card fraud made up more than one-third of UK identity fraud cases in 2025, with 87,818 cases recorded nationwide.
Breast cancer campaigners target Burnham at PMQs over £20m research fund
Campaigners urge Andy Burnham to back £20m dedicated research funding for invasive lobular breast cancer during PMQs.
Europe leads world in quantum research despite deep industry scepticism
Aleksey Savchenko examines Europe’s quantum research lead as businesses remain sceptical about when the technology will have a meaningful impact.
Australia plans social media algorithm ‘off switch’ in move Europe could follow
Australia plans greater user control over social media algorithms, potentially offering a model for the next stage of European regulation.
European central banks move gold out of U.S as ‘geopolitical risks’ mount
European central banks are relocating gold reserves from the U.S. as geopolitical risks prompt a rethink of where national bullion...
Volkswagen plans another 50,000 job cuts in sweeping overhaul
Volkswagen plans 50,000 further job cuts, alongside a reduced model range and major restructuring of its European operations.
Uber launches UK’s first autonomous ride-hailing service in London
Uber launches autonomous rides in London with Wayve, bringing self-driving Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles to passengers through its app.
Hackers could plunge Britain into darkness in less than two minutes, report warns
New modelling warns hackers could disrupt Britain’s battery network and trigger a nationwide blackout affecting millions of people.
BP appoints Ian Tyler chairman after Albert Manifold ousting
BP appoints Ian Tyler as chairman after Albert Manifold’s ousting, marking another major step in the energy giant’s leadership shake-up.
Del Boy’s bent cop nemesis inspired David Jason to become a TV detective
David Jason’s battles with corrupt cop Roy Slater inspired his ambition to become a TV detective and eventually play Jack...
Products made in space move closer to commercial reality
European businesses move closer to commercial space manufacturing as new partnerships make microgravity research and production more accessible.
