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UK Tests Digital ID Scheme with Veteran Card Launch

The UK government is launching a new Veteran Card that will serve as the first major test of its national digital ID system, offering former military personnel streamlined access to services and discounts.

UK Teens Struggle to Spot AI Fake Content

Groundbreaking research exposes critical gap in digital literacy as over half of secondary students struggle to identify AI-generated misinformation, raising alarms about online safety.

Queen Camilla reads Peter Rabbit for literacy charity

The Queen Consort marked the 130th anniversary of Beatrix Potter's beloved character by recording a special reading of The Tale of Peter Rabbit for the National Literacy Trust, continuing her longstanding support for children's reading initiatives.

India's Digital ID System Divides Nation

India's ambitious Aadhaar digital identity system faces growing scrutiny as millions report exclusion from essential services, creating a deep societal divide about technology's role in governance.

Digital ID: Costly 'White Elephant' Warning

Exclusive investigation reveals the UK's proposed digital identity system faces massive cost overruns and serious privacy concerns, with experts warning it could become another taxpayer-funded disaster.

Starmer backs voluntary digital ID cards for Britain

Labour leader Keir Starmer announces plans for voluntary digital identity cards, promising to modernise Britain's infrastructure while protecting civil liberties. Discover how this tech-forward approach could transform daily transactions.

Starmer unveils voluntary digital ID card plan

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils plans for a voluntary digital ID system to combat illegal migration and streamline public services - but could it become mandatory?

Build Your BS Detector: Spot Fake News

In today's digital landscape, false information spreads rapidly. Learn essential skills to distinguish facts from harmful fiction and protect yourself from digital deception.

Digital Money: The Regulatory Challenge Ahead

As cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies transform global finance, regulators face unprecedented challenges in maintaining stability and protecting consumers in this new financial frontier.

Reading Rainbow Returns with Mychal Threets as Host

The iconic children's educational programme Reading Rainbow is set for a spectacular comeback, with former librarian Mychal Threets bringing his viral book enthusiasm to a new generation of young British readers.

Charlie Kirk: Utah 'Too Smart' For Trump

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk faces intense backlash after suggesting Utah's high literacy rates make its voters less likely to support Donald Trump, drawing ire from both sides of the political aisle.

Sweden Targets Fully Cashless Society by 2030

Sweden is leading a financial revolution, with plans to eliminate physical currency entirely within the next decade. Discover how this bold move is transforming everyday life and what it means for the future of money.

Ofsted: One in Three English Schools Fails on Reading

A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.

UK's First Digital Detox Town Bans Mobile Signals

Nestled in the Peak District, the idyllic spa town of Bakewell is pioneering a radical retreat from modern connectivity. With a council-backed initiative to create signal-free zones, it's becoming the ultimate destination for Brits seeking a genuine digit

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