Microsoft founder Bill Gates and the firm's AI boss Mustafa Suleyman warn of 'scary' outcomes if AI is misused, while hailing its revolutionary potential for healthcare. Read their urgent call for action.
Microsoft founder Bill Gates and AI chief Mustafa Suleyman issue stark warnings about AI's potential for harm and job displacement. Read their calls for caution and regulation.
NHS hospitals in England are using a new AI forecasting tool to predict busy periods in A&E departments, allowing for better staff and bed planning to reduce waiting times this winter. Discover how data is transforming emergency care.
A new study finds more than one in five videos recommended to new YouTube users are AI-generated 'slop'. Discover the impact on content discovery and platform integrity.
In 2025, AI-generated viral nonsense, from 'Shrimp Jesus' to bizarre tractor images, overwhelmed social media. Discover how this 'slop' exploited algorithms and what it means for the future of online content.
Cloudflare CEO reveals Google's AI crawlers access vastly more web data than rivals, creating an 'unfair' advantage. He calls for UK regulators to intervene before the AI race is over.
The Mirror's TV Editor's exclusive chat with AI reality show host Clara Voss descends into diva behaviour. Discover the future of AI-generated entertainment and its psychological risks.
A new survey reveals UK independent businesses are losing online sales to AI-powered giants. Discover the impact and what small firms are doing to fight back.
An AI startup's viral ad depicting a family conversing with a deceased relative's avatar has ignited a fierce debate on grief, technology, and the ethics of digital immortality. Experts warn of psychological risks.
A major UK government report reveals a third of citizens use AI like ChatGPT for emotional support, raising urgent safety and political influence concerns. Discover the findings.
Australian fitness sensation Tammy Hembrow and fellow influencer Indy Clinton set pulses racing in Bondi with their jaw-dropping fashion choices at a glamorous night out, showcasing their incredible figures in barely-there ensembles.
An exclusive investigation reveals how wealthy young Brits are curating perfect lives online while battling mental health crises and family pressures behind the filtered facade.
Exclusive insight into the bitter rift dividing Melbourne's elite social circles as former friends Bec Judd and Nadia Bartel engage in a silent war of allegiances and social snubs that has everyone choosing sides.
Facing an alarming exodus of young male supporters, the Democratic Party is turning to social media stars and gaming influencers in a radical digital strategy overhaul ahead of the US election.
Social media stars Indy Clinton and Anna Paul have set alarm bells ringing among their followers after sharing a series of mysterious posts hinting at potential drama, leaving fans scrambling for answers about their friendship status.
Social media influencers Jett and 'Pookie' are under fire after posting a controversial holiday video featuring their infant daughter that viewers claim caused them 'second-hand anxiety' and raised serious child safety concerns.
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
After months of swirling speculation, AFL star Bailey Smith and fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow have made their relationship Instagram official, sending fans into a frenzy.
A bitter public feud has exploded between conservative media titans Candace Owens and Megyn Kelly, exposing deep ideological rifts and personal animosity within the right-wing commentariat. The clash, played out on social media and podcasts, centres on ac
Residents of America's Northeast are up in arms as swarms of social media influencers disrupt their tranquil autumn, trampling private property and causing chaos in the pursuit of the perfect fall foliage photo.
Shocking footage captures the moment a dinner between Chinese social media stars in Brisbane descends into a violent melee, with chairs thrown and allegations of infidelity sparking the chaos.
Former The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner has launched a blistering attack on the current crop of Big Brother contestants, branding them 'wannabes' and declaring the iconic show has lost its authenticity in the era of social media fame.
A promotional event by French influencers Fast Food Fights spiralled into violent chaos in Paris, as a crowd of 3000 clashed with riot police over free fried chicken, leading to multiple arrests.
Indigenous actress Elaine Crombie condemns social media influencers for illegally climbing Uluru, branding the act a profound disrespect to Aboriginal culture and sacred law.
Exclusive investigation reveals TikTok's stealth campaign to lure top European influencers from its London base to a new, secretive office in Madrid, raising eyebrows over data and influence.
Exclusive: A renowned designer and close associate of King Charles III declares a ban on 'nepo babies' and fame-hungry influencers from London Fashion Week, citing a commitment to authentic talent over inherited privilege.
A British social media influencer is challenging conventional norms by proudly showcasing her marriage to a husband significantly shorter than her. Discover how this couple is redefining relationship goals and promoting body positivity.
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
The US Open faces a furious backlash as fans and critics compare its ticket prices and influencer-heavy atmosphere to the Coachella festival, questioning the soul of modern sport.
The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water, the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', is pleading with social media influencers to stop promoting it after a tidal wave of tourists, sparked by viral TikTok videos, overwhelms its infrastructure and disrupts local lif