The News Since the introduction of ChatGPT to the public, AI safety experts have been calling for a “pause” on the development of the most powerful AI models. Anthropic itself did so in a recent blog post. On Friday evening, that pause may finally have happened. But it came from ...
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‘Have you ever been around someone you just know is evil?’ Melinda French Gates on meeting Jeffrey Epstein, giving away billions, and her post-divorce peace‘Have you ever been around someone you just know is evil?’ Melinda French Gates on meeting Jeffrey Epstein, giving away billions, and her post-divorce peace
The philanthropist always saw Epstein for who he really was – despite his meetings with her then husband Bill Gates. Now carving out a life on her own terms, she explains why she’s focused on the fight for women’s health Melinda French Gates has entered a new phase of life, ...
UFC ‘spectacle’ is about a show, not winning votesUFC ‘spectacle’ is about a show, not winning votes
The News As his Iran war causes economic shock and his Hill clashes with his party continue, President Donald Trump is throwing himself a massive 80th birthday celebration. Trump is set to mark the moment with a $60 million-plus UFC match on the South Lawn. Its massive scale speaks to ...
Middle East crisis live: Iran says Lebanon is part of deal with US but nuclear programme is notMiddle East crisis live: Iran says Lebanon is part of deal with US but nuclear programme is not
Iran’s foreign minister says end to war on all fronts includes Lebanon but Tehran won’t give up nuclear programme; US president has reportedly talked to Netanyahu Iran’s official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) has cautioned against media speculation about a potential memorandum of understanding to end the war, particularly on ...
US-Iran peace deal remains elusive as Trump and Tehran trade conflicting claimsUS-Iran peace deal remains elusive as Trump and Tehran trade conflicting claims
US president dismisses Iranian media reports agreement is close, despite earlier suggesting a deal could be signed this weekend Middle East crisis – live updates Prospects for an immediate end to the war between Iran and the US remained uncertain on Friday amid a chaotic series of conflicting claims and ...
Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debutElon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut
Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn. ...
Elon Musk’s stratospheric rise to trillionaire status – in chartsElon Musk’s stratospheric rise to trillionaire status – in charts
The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul’s fortune has grown. ...
Rugby star Sinfield and authors Blackman and Donaldson lead honours listRugby star Sinfield and authors Blackman and Donaldson lead honours list
Noughts & Crosses author Malorie Blackman and Gruffalo creator Julia Donaldson are made dames, as the rugby lead star is knighted. ...
Deal to end fighting would lead to Hormuz reopening, Iran saysDeal to end fighting would lead to Hormuz reopening, Iran says
The deal which will pave the way for hostilities to end is close to being finalised, the US, Iran and mediators Pakistan say. ...