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Artificial intelligence systems capable of feelings or self-awareness are at risk of being harmed if the technology is developed irresponsibly, according to an open letter signed by AI practitioners and thinkers including Sir Stephen Fry.

More than 100 experts have put forward five principles for conducting responsible research into AI …

It could take 20 years for GB Energy to meet its pledge to employ 1,000 people, its chair acknowledged on Monday.

Jürgen Maier also refused to put a date on when it would bring down energy bills.

GB Energy is a vital cog in Keir Starmer’s plans to boost renewable …

One by one, the bottles of Kentucky bourbon were pulled from the shelf of a Vancouver liquor store. In their place, a large sign: “Buy Canadian instead.”

The move, aimed at states with Republican governors, marked an early salvo in a looming trade war between the US and Canada.

“We …

Keir Starmer is facing a growing internal backlash over the potential approval of a giant new oilfield, after Treasury sources indicated Rachel Reeves was likely to give it her backing.

MPs described a “breaking point” in relations and called for Starmer to reiterate his own commitments to no further oil …

Donald Trump has threatened to target the EU next after announcing punishing import tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, while warning that the UK is “out of line” but could still reach a deal. On Monday Trump and his Mexican counterpart, Claudia Sheinbaum, announced

a one-month “pause”

Don’t mention the trade war. Don’t mention anything much, come to think of it. Stick to generalised soundbites. Careless talk costs lives. Keir Starmer’s trip to Brussels to meet EU leaders was fraught with danger. Don’t say anything too complimentary about the EU as all the Brexiters will go mad …

Luka Dončić’s father has lashed out at the Dallas Mavericks after

the blockbuster trade

NBA fans were shocked over the weekend when news emerged of the trade that will send the 25-year-old to the Lakers, with Anthony …

Greenland plans to ban foreign political donations over fears about potential interference in its forthcoming elections after

attracting Donald trump’s interest

The government of the autonomous territory, which is a former Danish colony and remains part of the kingdom of Denmark, unveiled a bill on Monday intended …

A group of investors has accused Thames Water of putting “a gun to the head” of London’s high court by threatening to go into temporary nationalisation if it does not receive approval for a rival £3bn debt offer.

The court heard the first day of arguments deciding between two rival …

Keir Starmer has said he wants an “ambitious security partnership” with the EU, while insisting the UK does not have to choose between Europe and the US.

The prime minister was speaking before meeting EU leaders in Brussels to discuss security and defence, the first time a British leader has …