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Andy West: Tech Ethics Visionary Remembered

Tributes pour in for technology philosopher Andy West, whose groundbreaking work on AI ethics and digital responsibility shaped how we think about technology's role in society.

Care Minister's Bold Vision For Healthier Britain

Exclusive insight from Care Minister Helen Whately as she champions personal responsibility and reveals the government's groundbreaking new approach to public health and social care.

Pothole Peril: The Costly Dangers Facing UK Cyclists

A Guardian investigation reveals how Britain's crumbling road infrastructure is causing serious injuries and financial hardship for cyclists, with victims facing uphill battles for compensation.

Retailer sold combat machete to Southport killer

Exclusive investigation reveals how a fearsome combat knife was legally purchased by the Southport killer, raising urgent questions about UK weapon sales regulations and retail responsibility.

Michigan Church Shooter's Father Breaks His Silence

Exclusive interview reveals the heartbreaking account of James Crumbley, father of the Oxford High School shooter, as he speaks out for the first time since his son's deadly attack on a Michigan church.

British firm exposes Nestlé's Cape Cod water grab

A British design firm's discovery that its work was used by Nestlé to extract water from a protected US region has ignited a firestorm over corporate ethics and environmental responsibility.

Mother jailed for son's truancy released from prison

Rebecca Butterfield, the mother infamously imprisoned for her son's persistent truancy, has been released from HMP Styal. Her case ignited a national debate on the criminalisation of parents and the education system's failings.

Rachel Reeves slams 'shambolic' ONS economic data

Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a blistering attack on the Office for National Statistics, criticising its 'shambolic' GDP figures and demanding a major review to restore trust in UK economic data.

Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues

Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.

Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.

OBR Downgrade Piles Pressure on Chancellor Reeves

The UK's fiscal watchdog has delivered a major blow to the government's economic plans, downgrading a crucial productivity forecast and threatening billions in planned public spending.

Ben & Jerry's Founders Decry Unilever Spin-Off Plan

Exclusive: Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield condemn Unilever's decision to exclude the iconic ice cream brand from its London listing, warning it risks destroying the company's founding ethical principles.

Reporting on Far-Right Without Amplifying Hate

Explore the critical ethical challenge facing modern newsrooms: how to cover extremist movements and far-right ideologies responsibly without inadvertently promoting their messages or platforms.

Reeves Vows OBR Power Over Labour Manifesto Costings

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to give the Office for Budget Responsibility new powers to independently cost Labour's election manifesto, marking a major shift in UK economic policy and transparency.

Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines

Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.

UK Garden Fence Law: Who Owns Which Side?

Unravel the mystery of garden fence ownership in the UK. Learn how to identify who is responsible for which boundary fence and avoid disputes with neighbours using these expert legal tips and practical checks.

UK Economy Rebounds But Challenges Remain

The UK economy is showing tentative signs of a rebound, but experts warn that Chancellor Rachel Reeves cannot afford to ease fiscal measures yet. Rising inflation and global uncertainties remain key challenges.

Rachel Reeves' tax and spending dilemma

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure to address the UK's economic challenges, with tough decisions on taxes and public spending looming.

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