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More than a million people using ChatGPT-powered Bing as Microsoft expands test

More than a million people using ChatGPT-powered Bing as Microsoft expands test

More than a million people using ChatGPT-powered Bing as Microsoft expands test

22 February 2023

The tech giant has announced it is expanding its preview of the new Bing to its mobile apps.


Sir Tom Jones lends support to third national day of reflection on March 23

Sir Tom Jones lends support to third national day of reflection on March 23

Sir Tom Jones lends support to third national day of reflection on March 23

22 February 2023

A national minute’s silence is due to be held at midday.


Dynasty star Stephanie Beacham struggled learning lines after ‘terrifying’ raid

Dynasty star Stephanie Beacham struggled learning lines after ‘terrifying’ raid

Dynasty star Stephanie Beacham struggled learning lines after ‘terrifying’ raid

22 February 2023

The actress, 75, said she no longer feels safe in her cosy cottage.


We can’t control the weather in Spain, Therese Coffey tells NFU conference

We can’t control the weather in Spain, Therese Coffey tells NFU conference

We can’t control the weather in Spain, Therese Coffey tells NFU conference

22 February 2023

Supermarkets have warned of a shortage of tomatoes and other fruit and vegetables because of poor weather and transport problems.


Shamima Begum’s legal fight over British citizenship ‘nowhere near over’

Shamima Begum’s legal fight over British citizenship ‘nowhere near over’

Shamima Begum’s legal fight over British citizenship ‘nowhere near over’

22 February 2023

The 23-year-old has lost a challenge against the decision to strip her of her citizenship on national security grounds.


Gender pay gap widens ‘dramatically’ after women have children – TUC

Gender pay gap widens ‘dramatically’ after women have children – TUC

Gender pay gap widens ‘dramatically’ after women have children – TUC

22 February 2023

Difference in pay between men and women is almost 15%, study suggests.


Drug dealer jailed after cannabis worth up to £1m intercepted at airport

Drug dealer jailed after cannabis worth up to £1m intercepted at airport

Drug dealer jailed after cannabis worth up to £1m intercepted at airport

22 February 2023

The package from Los Angeles, California, was intercepted by Border Force officers at East Midlands Airport, Leicestershire, in November.


Woman raises more than £25,000 for needy farmer who appeared on Clarkson’s Farm

Woman raises more than £25,000 for needy farmer who appeared on Clarkson’s Farm

Woman raises more than £25,000 for needy farmer who appeared on Clarkson’s Farm

22 February 2023

Rebecca Poole launched a GoFundMe campaign for dairy farmer Emma Ledbury.


Strong UK regulation of AI will protect the public, MPs told

Strong UK regulation of AI will protect the public, MPs told

Strong UK regulation of AI will protect the public, MPs told

22 February 2023

Representatives from BT, Google and Microsoft have appeared before the Science and Technology Select Committee looking into AI regulation.


Body of Nicola Bulley identified by dental records, inquest told

Body of Nicola Bulley identified by dental records, inquest told

Body of Nicola Bulley identified by dental records, inquest told

22 February 2023

The mother-of-two had been missing for more than three weeks before her body was discovered in the River Wyre on Sunday.


Union announces Tube drivers’ strike for Budget day

Union announces Tube drivers’ strike for Budget day

Union announces Tube drivers’ strike for Budget day

22 February 2023

The walkout on March 15 follows a vote in favour of industrial action by 99% of members of Aslef on a turnout out of 77% in a ballot.


Rishi Sunak promises to be ‘resolute’ in negotiations over Brexit protocol

Rishi Sunak promises to be ‘resolute’ in negotiations over Brexit protocol

Rishi Sunak promises to be ‘resolute’ in negotiations over Brexit protocol

22 February 2023

The Prime Minister said Parliament would get the chance to express its view on any new deal.


Living close to parks or water sources ‘may reduce risk of mental health issues’

Living close to parks or water sources ‘may reduce risk of mental health issues’

Living close to parks or water sources ‘may reduce risk of mental health issues’

22 February 2023

People living near green or blue spaces had a 17% lower risk of experiencing serious psychological distress compared to those living further away.


Camilla misses royal visit with King as she continues to recover from Covid

Camilla misses royal visit with King as she continues to recover from Covid

Camilla misses royal visit with King as she continues to recover from Covid

22 February 2023

The Queen Consort pulled out of a trip to tour the warehouse and kitchen of food redistribution charity on Wednesday.


More reassurances needed as people lose faith in state pension age, MPs told

More reassurances needed as people lose faith in state pension age, MPs told

More reassurances needed as people lose faith in state pension age, MPs told

22 February 2023

Sally West, policy manager at Age UK, highlighted people’s perceptions that the ‘goal posts’ would be moved in relation to their retirement age.


Scientists link obesity to Alzheimer’s-related genes

Scientists link obesity to Alzheimer’s-related genes

Scientists link obesity to Alzheimer’s-related genes

22 February 2023

The findings suggest it is important to address obesity and begin healthy weight loss when people reach their 40s and 50s.


Three-year-old dog achieves Guinness World Record for the longest tongue

Three-year-old dog achieves Guinness World Record for the longest tongue

Three-year-old dog achieves Guinness World Record for the longest tongue

22 February 2023

English setter Bisbee’s tongue is 3.74 inches (9.49cm) and has been compared to an ice lolly.


We won’t be distracted from green targets says ScottishPower boss

We won’t be distracted from green targets says ScottishPower boss

We won’t be distracted from green targets says ScottishPower boss

22 February 2023

The business reported a smaller jump in profit than many of its rivals


Prison service chief ‘not at liberty to say’ who made Isla Bryson decision

Prison service chief ‘not at liberty to say’ who made Isla Bryson decision

Prison service chief ‘not at liberty to say’ who made Isla Bryson decision

22 February 2023

The transgender rapist was initially taken to a female-only jail to await sentencing.


Shamima Begum loses bid to regain British citizenship

Shamima Begum loses bid to regain British citizenship

Shamima Begum loses bid to regain British citizenship

22 February 2023

Amnesty International has criticised the ruling which followed a five-day hearing in November.


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