British Isles

UK and US to partner on safety testing AI models

05 Apr 2024
The UK and the USA have embarked on a landmark partnership for AI safety testing, with technology secretary Michelle Donelan formalising the collaboration. This will align the efforts of both nations' AI safety institutes to test…

'No threat to NI power-sharing' after Jeffrey Donaldson's resignation

05 Apr 2024
Northern Ireland's first minister Michelle O’Neill is confident there is no threat to the region’s power-sharing structure following the resignation of Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson. Donaldson, who has been an MP since…

Manhunt for 'hit squad' after stabbing of Iranian journalist

05 Apr 2024
A global manhunt is underway for a suspected hit squad believed to have fled the UK after stabbing Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati in Wimbledon. The 36-year-old was attacked outside his home on 29 March, sustaining leg…

Alzheimer's: thousands to trial blood tests for dementia

05 Apr 2024
In a significant move to enhance dementia care, thousands in the UK will participate in a trial to test blood for dementia, led by University College London and Oxford University. This five-year study aims to facilitate…