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Could AI help cure ‘downward spiral’ of human loneliness?

One computer scientist says we should embrace human-machine relationships, but other experts are more cautious…

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Unions help US workers. Could the same model work for tenants?

Collective bargaining has brought benefits to workers – now it’s being used to improve living…

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Jeff Dodds: the Formula E boss planning a move into pole position

Petrolheads are quick to scorn the idea of electric car racing, but the series’ chief…

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If Scarlett Johansson can’t bring the AI firms to heel, what hope for the rest of us? | John Naughton

OpenAI’s unsubtle approximation of the actor’s voice for its new GPT-4o software was a stark…

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UK drivers warned to watch out for ‘crash for cash’ fraud claims

Insurer Allianz says scam by criminals on motorbikes and scooters increased by 6,000% last year…

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US sues Ticketmaster owner Live Nation and seeks break-up of alleged monopoly

Promotion and ticketing company has faced scrutiny for years, particularly after it botched ticket sales…

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National Audit Office to investigate growing scandal over carer’s allowance

Government watchdog says action prompted by DWP’s lack of progress in tackling overpayments problems The…

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Almost a third of household smart meters not working properly, says Citizens Advice

Charity says tech problems and poor customer service mean millions in Great Britain missing out…

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Drivers warned of busiest bank holiday in years with 20m UK journeys forecast

RAC and AA prediction means more than half of cars could be on roads over…

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Kellogg’s recalls chocolate cornflakes due to ‘hard lumps’ choking fears

People who bought newly launched cereal that falls within four-month best before period told to…

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