Cornwall's Fight for Identity: More Than Just a County
An exploration of Cornwall's unique identity, its struggle for official recognition, and why being labelled just 'English' ignores a rich history and a distinct national consciousness.
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Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces
The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.
EU Palestine Recognition Stalls Amid Internal Divisions
The European Union remains deeply divided on recognising Palestinian statehood, with key member states at odds over timing and conditions, as the conflict in Gaza continues.
Beijing's Facial Recognition Tracks Residents' Daily Lives
Exclusive report reveals how Beijing's new 'smart city' initiative uses pervasive facial recognition to monitor citizens' movements, purchases, and even waste disposal, raising major privacy concerns.
Queensland council bans Welcome to Country ceremonies
A rural Australian council's decision to ban voluntary 'Welcome to Country' ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country at official events has ignited a fierce national debate about reconciliation and local governance.
Sainsbury's trials 'Orwellian' facial recognition tech
Sainsbury's is trialling controversial facial recognition cameras at its petrol stations, sparking a major backlash from privacy campaigners who warn it's a step towards a dystopian surveillance state.
Sainsbury's in hot water over secret facial recognition trial
Sainsbury's is under fire for secretly trialling live facial recognition technology at petrol stations across the UK, raising serious privacy concerns with customers and civil liberty groups.
Sainsbury's facial recognition tech sparks privacy row
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.
UK, France, Belgium consider recognising Palestine
In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of Belgium, the UK, and France are actively considering the formal recognition of a Palestinian state, signalling a potential watershed moment in Middle East policy and increasing pressure on Israel.
AI Spy Cameras Secretly Tracking UK Citizens
An investigation reveals how AI-powered surveillance cameras are proliferating across UK streets, tracking citizens' movements and behaviours without explicit consent, raising urgent questions about privacy and civil liberties.
UK Police Urged to Abandon Live Facial Recognition Tech
A major human rights clash is unfolding as UK police forces are urged to abandon live facial recognition technology. Critics warn of a 'Orwellian real-time surveillance line' being crossed, threatening public privacy and freedoms.
TSA Rolls Out Touchless Facial Recognition at Airports
The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.
Fugitive surrenders after facial recognition AI spots him
A fugitive on the run for 16 months was dramatically apprehended in Peru after cutting-edge facial recognition technology identified him on a public digital billboard in a busy shopping centre.
Cracker Barrel Logo Designer's Family Demands Recognition
The family of the late artist who designed the iconic Cracker Barrel logo breaks their silence, demanding credit and compensation from the US restaurant giant in a battle over artistic legacy.
Australian Palestine Support Paradox: Recognition Backed, Impact Doubted
New polling reveals a striking contradiction in Australian public opinion: while majority support exists for Palestinian recognition, few believe it will achieve meaningful change. This Guardian Essential Report explores the complex dynamics shaping forei
MIT's AI Reunites Lost Florida Pets With 99% Success
A groundbreaking AI-powered pet facial recognition system, developed by MIT, is transforming lost pet reunification in Florida, boasting a remarkable 99% success rate and offering a lifeline to distraught owners.
Ireland summons Israeli envoy over Palestine comments
Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs has issued a formal rebuke to the Israeli Ambassador after what it deems 'unacceptable' criticism following Ireland's recognition of the State of Palestine.
Notting Hill Carnival: 528 arrests amid facial recognition row
London's Notting Hill Carnival descended into violence with over 500 arrests, as Met Police credit facial recognition technology for identifying offenders while facing criticism from civil liberties groups.
Selfie Scam: Fraudsters Exploit NAB's Facial Recognition
Exclusive: A sophisticated criminal syndicate exploited a major flaw in National Australia Bank's 'selfie' identity verification, stealing over $1.5 million in a high-tech fraud that raises serious questions about biometric security.
Victoria's Welcome Sign Updated to Honour Traditional Owners
In a landmark move for reconciliation, Melbourne's iconic 'Welcome to Victoria' sign is being replaced with a new version acknowledging the Traditional Owners. This historic change marks a significant step in Victoria's nation-leading treaty process.
AI 'Smart Corridor' Slashes UK Airport Queues
Manchester Airport unveils a groundbreaking AI 'smart corridor' that promises to cut passport control times by 50%, using advanced facial recognition for a seamless arrival experience.
45 Arrests via Facial Recognition at Notting Hill Carnival
The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin
Badenoch's Equality Act Redefinition Sparks Fury
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
Supreme Court Blocks Scotland's Gender Reform Bill
The UK Supreme Court has delivered a seismic ruling, rejecting Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill. This article explores the constitutional clash, the implications for trans rights, and the fallout for devolution.
Expert Rejects Met Police's "Bias-Free" Facial Recognition Claim
A top academic has publicly contradicted the Metropolitan Police's assertion that their live facial recognition technology is unbiased, citing major flaws in the study they used to justify its rollout across London.
JK Rowling Slams Sturgeon Over Gender Rights Approach
Harry Potter author JK Rowling delivers a scathing critique of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's approach to gender recognition reforms, accusing her of fostering a toxic public discourse and ignoring women's concerns.
Netanyahu Condemns Australia in Major Diplomatic Row
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launches a scathing attack on the Albanese government, accusing it of undermining Israel's security. This deep dive examines the escalating diplomatic crisis and its global implications.
Met Police Expands Live Facial Recognition in London
The Metropolitan Police is significantly expanding its use of live facial recognition technology on London's streets, aiming to tackle serious crime but raising major concerns from civil liberty groups over privacy and accuracy.
Matchmaker's shocking US verdict after 15 years in Britain
Renowned relationship expert and TV personality Paul C Brunson returns to the US after 15 years in Britain, delivering a brutally honest and surprising assessment of modern American society, culture, and values that will leave you questioning everything.
Met Police chief defends facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the use of live facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival, calling critics 'Luddites' and dismissing privacy concerns as an outdated debate in the fight against crime.
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